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Stellan Skarsgård made a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live to back his Oscar-nominated son Alexander Skarsgård on his SNL debut, appearing as the stern father in a spoof of gloomy Scandinavian dramas, with Chloe Fineman and a later guest turn by Cardi B as Joaquin Antonio’s wife in the revived 'Immigrant Dad Show' sketch.
Stellan Skarsgård makes a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live during his son Alexander Skarsgård’s hosting, popping up in two sketches—a Nordic-drama spoof in which he emerges from a bathtub with a Hulk-style prop, and a humorous immigrant-parents sketch—while Cardi B performs as the musical guest.
Alexander Skarsgård reacted to his father Stellan Skarsgård’s first Oscar nomination for Sentimental Value with a dry, playful jab—admitting he felt 'a little jealous, good for him I guess'—a blame-free, on-brand bit of sibling-like banter as Oscar season heats up ahead of the March 15, 2026 ceremony. The piece notes Stellan’s nomination alongside Jacob Elordi, Delroy Lindo, Benicio del Toro, and Sean Penn, and recalls their joked feud and prior smack talk during interviews, while also noting upcoming projects for both actors.
At Berlin's 38th European Film Awards, Sentimental Value won Best European Film and swept major prizes, including Best European Director (Joachim Trier), Best European Screenwriter (Trier and Eskil Vogt), Best European Actor (Stellan Skarsgård) and Best European Actress (Renate Reinsve); it also earned Best Composer (Hania Rani). Sirāt took four technical awards, Bugonia won makeup/hair, Liv Ullmann received the European Lifetime Achievement Award, Jafar Panahi addressed Iran's situation in a speech, and Alice Rohrwacher received the European Achievement in World Cinema Award.
At the 38th European Film Awards in Berlin, Joachim Trier won Best European Director for Sentimental Value, which also took home Best Screenwriting (Eskil Vogt and Trier), Best European Actor (Stellan Skarsgård), and Best European Actress (Renate Reinsve), while the film’s win spree included scores and acting recognition; Sirāt dominated multiple craft categories, Arco won Best European Animated Feature, and Liv Ullmann and Alice Rohrwacher received Lifetime Achievement honors as Panahi opened with a plea for Iran's crackdown.
At the 38th European Film Awards, Stellan Skarsgård and Renate Reinsve won best actor and actress for Sentimental Value, which also earned Best Screenplay for Trier and Vogt; Sirāt picked up production design, sound design, editing, and the inaugural Best Casting award; Arco won European Animation Feature; Sound of Falling won Costume Design. Liv Ullmann received the lifetime achievement award, and Alice Rohrwacher was honored with European Achievement in World Cinema. Iranian director Jafar Panahi used the ceremony to condemn Tehran’s crackdown, and the awards moved from December to January to boost buzz around European contenders.
AwardsWatch's Erik Anderson delivers the final 2026 Oscars predictions for Supporting Actor, with Stellan Skarsgård leading the pack (Sentimental Value), Benicio Del Toro second, Jacob Elordi third, Paul Mescal fourth, and Sean Penn fifth; Miles Caton and Delroy Lindo sit just outside the final five, while Adam Sandler, Andrew Scott, and Alexander Skarsgård are also in the mix, with cautions that Sinners’ performance could rearrange the lineup if precursors shift.
After a photo of the Critics Choice Awards' viral “sad” snack plate circulated online, Stellan Skarsgård told eTalk that he was not enjoying the food and was disappointed, a candid reaction that sparked playful and supportive online responses about award-show catering.
Stellan Skarsgård publicly corrected a reporter who suggested he enjoyed the Critics Choice Awards’ snack plate, a moment that sparked online laughs as photos of the dinner circulated and fans described the spread as “sad.”
Sentimental Value is a critically acclaimed Norwegian film that explores complex family dynamics, artistic expression, and the blurred lines between truth and fiction, anchored by compelling performances from Stellan Skarsgård and Renate Reinsve, and praised for its rich textures and emotional depth.
Stellan Skarsgård revealed that his 13-year-old son is bullied at school and called a 'nepo baby' due to his father's fame, which makes him feel isolated. The actor criticizes the term as unfair and ignorant, highlighting that success depends on talent and hard work, not just family connections. Other celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, and Jamie Lee Curtis have also spoken out against the negative connotations of 'nepo babies,' emphasizing that fame and talent are not mutually exclusive.
Stellan Skarsgård discusses his role in Sentimental Value, his extensive acting career, relationships with directors like Lars von Trier, his family, and reflections on life after a stroke, emphasizing his love for acting and his views on cinema and society.
Stellan Skarsgård criticized Ingmar Bergman at the Karlovy Vary film festival, revealing Bergman's past Nazi sympathies and manipulative nature, contrasting with his acclaimed filmmaking. Skarsgård's comments add to the ongoing debate about Bergman's complex legacy.
Stellan Skarsgard has reignited the controversy over whether director Ingmar Bergman was a Nazi supporter, claiming Bergman 'cried when Hitler died,' which has led to renewed debate about Bergman's political beliefs and legacy.
Stellan Skarsgård discussed his complex relationship with Ingmar Bergman, criticizing Bergman's manipulative and Nazi past, while also praising his growth as a director. Skarsgård reflected on his career, including his roles in notable films like 'Breaking the Waves' and 'Dancer in the Dark,' and shared insights into working with directors like Lars von Trier. He also touched on his personal life, career beginnings, and future aspirations.