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- The 98th Annual Academy Awards took place in Hollywood on March 15, 2026, with a streamlined three-hour runtime.
- Jessie Buckley became the first Irish actress to win the Best Actress Oscar for her role in Hamnet.
- The ceremony featured emotional speeches and audience reactions, including boos.
- Notable absences were felt during the event.
- The event highlighted achievements in diversity and demonstrated the film industry's resilience.
