Oscars Reunite Last Year's Acting Winners as Presenters for 98th Ceremony
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has made an exciting announcement, revealing that last year's Oscar-winning actors will return to the stage as presenters at the upcoming 98th annual Academy Awards. This tradition of having previous winners hand out trophies in the acting categories continues, adding a touch of prestige and continuity to Hollywood's biggest night.
Star-Studded Presenter Lineup Announced
In a statement released on Thursday, the Academy confirmed that Adrien Brody and Mikey Madison, who won Best Actor awards last year, along with supporting actor winners Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldana, will present awards at the ceremony. For Saldana, Madison, and Culkin, this marks a special moment as they were first-time Oscar winners in the previous show, while Brody secured his second Best Actor trophy for his role in "The Brutalist."
These actors are the first presenters officially announced for the event, setting the stage for what promises to be a memorable evening filled with glamour and celebration.
Record-Breaking Nominations for "Sinners"
This year's Oscars are already making headlines with "Sinners" emerging as the leading nominee. The film has broken the record for the most nominations by a single movie, receiving an impressive 16 nods. This achievement underscores its critical acclaim and positions it as a strong contender across multiple categories.
Complete List of Acting Nominees
The competition is fierce in the acting categories, with a diverse and talented lineup of nominees:
- Best Actress Nominees: Jessie Buckley for "Hamnet," Rose Byrne for "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You," Renate Reinsve for "Sentimental Value," Emma Stone for "Bugonia," and Kate Hudson for "Song Sung Blue."
- Best Actor Nominees: Timothee Chalamet for "Marty Supreme," Leonardo DiCaprio for "One Battle After Another," Ethan Hawke for "Blue Moon," Michael B. Jordan for "Sinners," and Wagner Moura for "The Secret Agent."
- Supporting Actor Nominees: Jacob Elordi for "Frankenstein," Sean Penn and Benicio del Toro for "One Battle After Another," Stellan Skarsgard for "Sentimental Value," and Delroy Lindo for "Sinners."
- Supporting Actress Nominees: Elle Fanning and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas for "Sentimental Value," Amy Madigan for "Weapons," Wunmi Mosaku for "Sinners," and Teyana Taylor for "One Battle After Another."
Ceremony Details and Host
The 98th Academy Awards will be held on March 15 and will be hosted by the renowned comedian and television personality Conan O'Brien. The show is scheduled to air live on ABC, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern Time and 4 p.m. Pacific Time, ensuring audiences across the United States can tune in for the festivities.
This year's Oscars promise to be a spectacular event, blending tradition with fresh talent, as last year's winners pass the torch to new honorees in a night dedicated to celebrating cinematic excellence.
