The 98th Academy Awards concluded with a combination of major film victories, glamorous red carpet appearances and moments that quickly captured attention across social media. Held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the ceremony celebrated cinematic achievements while also delivering several memorable highlights that extended beyond the awards themselves.
The evening’s acting categories reflected both critical recognition and strong competition among some of the industry’s most prominent performers. Michael B. Jordan won the Best Actor award for his performance in the film Sinners. His victory was one of the most notable moments of the ceremony, with the audience reportedly giving him a standing ovation as he accepted the award.
In the Best Actress category, Jessie Buckley received the award for her role in Hamnet. Her performance in the historical drama had already received considerable praise during the awards season, and the Oscar win further confirmed the strong reception the film received from critics and industry members.
The supporting acting categories also featured widely recognised names. Veteran actor Amy Madigan won the Best Supporting Actress award for her performance in Weapons. Meanwhile, Sean Penn secured the Best Supporting Actor award for his role in One Battle After Another, adding another Academy Award to his long and established career.
Although he did not win the Best Actor category, Timothée Chalamet remained one of the most talked-about figures at the event. Chalamet had been nominated for his performance in the film Marty Supreme, a drama centred on the journey of a young table-tennis player navigating competition and personal challenges. His nomination placed him alongside other prominent actors including Jordan, Leonardo DiCaprio, Wagner Moura and Ethan Hawke.
Chalamet attended the ceremony with his girlfriend, entrepreneur and media personality Kylie Jenner. The couple drew significant attention during the evening due to their distinctive red carpet appearance. Chalamet wore a white tailored suit paired with black sunglasses, accessorised with statement rings, a wristwatch and white boots. Jenner complemented the look with a striking red gown designed by Schiaparelli, making them one of the most widely discussed pairs at the ceremony.
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After the event concluded, a video circulating online showed the couple leaving the venue while holding hands. The clip quickly spread across social media platforms and became one of the night’s most shared moments, generating reactions and commentary from fans.
The ceremony was hosted by comedian and television personality Conan O’Brien, who incorporated humour into the show throughout the evening. One of his jokes referenced comments Chalamet had recently made about ballet and opera, which had sparked discussion online.
During the broadcast, O’Brien joked about security concerns at the event, saying that organisers were worried about potential “attacks from the ballet and opera communities.” Turning toward Chalamet, he added that those communities might be upset because the actor had also left out jazz in his remarks. Cameras then cut to Chalamet and Jenner in the audience, both laughing at the joke, highlighting the actor’s relaxed reaction to the playful reference.
Chalamet’s nomination for Marty Supreme is part of a growing list of recognitions he has received during his career. Before this year’s Oscars, he had already been nominated for Best Actor twice. One nomination came for his portrayal of singer-songwriter Bob Dylan in the film A Complete Unknown, while another came earlier in his career for the coming-of-age drama Call Me by Your Name.
Although he did not take home the award at this year’s ceremony, his continued presence among the nominees highlights his standing as one of the prominent actors of his generation. The combination of major award wins, high-profile fashion moments and viral clips from the audience ensured that the 98th Academy Awards remained a widely discussed event both within the film industry and across social media.
