Oscars 2026: Ryan Coogler's Sinners Wins First Oscar, Best Live Action Short Film Tie Ryan Coogler's Sinners claimed its first Oscar of the night, marking a significant milestone for the vampire-themed film. The award for best live action short film was shared between Sinners and Two People Exchanging Saliva, a historic tie in the ceremony's nearly century-long history. The decision sparked immediate reactions, with fans and critics noting the rarity of such a split. The evening’s winners included Amy Madigan, who took home the best supporting actress award for her role in Weapons, and Sean Penn, who won best supporting actor for his performance in One Battle After Another. Cassandra Kulukundis made history by winning the first-ever Oscar for best casting, recognizing her work on One Battle After Another. On the red carpet, best actress nominee Rose Byrne made a striking entrance in a custom Chanel outfit, while the KPop group Demon Hunters brought a bold fashion statement to the event. The film Sinners, which broke the record for the most Oscar nominations in a single year with 16, had already won the best original screenplay award. However, it faces stiff competition from Leonardo DiCaprio’s One Battle After Another, which earned 13 nominations. The ceremony also celebrated technical achievements, with Avatar: Fire and Ash securing the best visual effects award. Directed by James Cameron, the film mirrored its success during awards season, including a Bafta win. The team honored the 2,000+ individuals involved in the project, though the tribute was cut short due to time constraints. Notable moments included Pedro Pascal’s surprise appearance with a clean-shaven look, marking a departure from his signature mustache.#amy_madigan #sinners #oscars_2026 #ryan_coogler #two_people_exchanging_saliva
