2026 Academy Awards Luncheon Showcases Nominee Photos

2026 Academy Awards Luncheon Showcases Nominee Photos

The 98th Academy Awards Luncheon, held on February 10, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, was a star-studded affair. The event featured numerous nominees from this year’s Oscars, who gathered to celebrate their achievements. Among the esteemed guests were prominent actors, directors, and past Academy Award recipients.

Star-Studded Attendees

Notable figures in attendance included:

  • Teyana Taylor
  • Leonardo DiCaprio
  • Timothée Chalamet
  • Jessie Buckley
  • Michael B. Jordan
  • Amy Madigan
  • Emma Stone
  • Elle Fanning
  • Chloé Zhao
  • Jacob Elordi
  • Rose Byrne
  • Yorgos Lanthimos
  • Wagner Moura
  • Kate Hudson

All these stars mingled with former Oscar winners like Paul Thomas Anderson and Steven Spielberg, adding to the event’s celebratory atmosphere.

Record-Breaking Nominations

The ceremony highlighted significant nominations for this year’s Oscars. The top contenders included:

  • Sinners: 16 nominations
  • One Battle After Another: 13 nominations
  • Sentimental Value: 9 nominations
  • Hamnet: 8 nominations

This year also marked a historic moment with nine actors earning nominations for the first time, including Michael B. Jordan and Teyana Taylor. Emma Stone made headlines by becoming the youngest nominee to be nominated for both acting and Best Picture for the second time, following her nods for Bugonia (2025) and Poor Things (2023).

Young Achievers in Film

Timothée Chalamet also achieved a remarkable milestone. At age 30, he became the youngest honoree to receive nominations for both Best Actor and Best Picture in the same year for his role in Marty Supreme.

Upcoming Oscar Ceremony

The 98th Oscars is scheduled for Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood. The prestigious event will be broadcast live on ABC, showcasing the talents and contributions of this year’s nominees.

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