Oscars 2026: Conan’s zingers, Streisand’s moment, and a historic night for Sinners and One Battle After Another

At the 98th Academy Awards, Conan O’Brien keeps the room energized while Barbra Streisand delivers a moving The Way We Were tribute that’s marred by audio hiccups. The night crowns two big winners from Sinners and One Battle After Another: Michael B. Jordan takes Best Actor and Ryan Coogler wins Best Original Screenplay for Sinners, while Autumn Durald Arkapaw becomes the first woman and Black person to win Best Cinematography. Jessie Buckley wins Best Actress for Hamnet, Amy Madigan takes Best Supporting Actress, and One Battle After Another wins Best Picture. The ceremony is a mix of high moments, celebrity quirks, and some missteps, including a lengthy In Memoriam segment and a few playful digs at hosts and presenters.