BREAKING: The 2026 Oscars nominations are generating buzz as Hollywood’s biggest stars react to their nominations. In a special episode of “On The Red Carpet,” airing now, Michael B. Jordan shares his excitement as a first-time Oscar nominee for Best Lead Actor in the critically acclaimed film “Sinners.”
Jordan, who attended the Palm Springs International Film Festival earlier today, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to portray complex characters. “The roles and the characters I get to play, you try to bring as much of yourself, you know, and effort into them to bring those characters to life,” he stated. His performance in “Sinners,” which has received a record-breaking 16 nominations, including Best Costume Design, has already made waves in the industry.
In addition to Jordan, his co-stars Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo also earned nominations, contributing to “Sinners” surpassing the previous record of 14 nominations held by films like “Titanic” and “La La Land.” Notably, Ruth E. Carter is now the most-nominated Black woman in Oscar history with her fifth nomination for costume design.
In a competitive field, “One Battle After Another” follows closely with the second-most nominations, including Best Picture. Star Leonardo DiCaprio, nominated for his sixth career Lead Actor nod, described the film as an innovative concept that connects with the struggles of modern-day fatherhood. “It’s about a father trying to get back to his daughter and reconnect,” DiCaprio said.
Other nominees for Best Picture include “Marty Supreme,” “Frankenstein,” “Sentimental Value,” “Bugonia,” “F1,” “The Secret Agent,” “Train Dreams,” and “Hamnet.” Jessie Buckley, who is nominated for Best Actress for her role in “Hamnet,” shared her aspirations as an artist: “As artists and actors, you’re always hoping to affect somebody’s heart.”
This special episode features interviews with other nominees including Rose Byrne, Stellan Skarsgard, Wagner Moura, Ethan Hawke, and Kate Hudson. As the excitement builds for the Oscars, fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see how these nominations will shape the awards landscape.
The 2026 Oscars are set to take place in February 2026, and as the nominations are discussed and dissected, viewers can catch all the latest reactions and insights on “On The Red Carpet.” Watch the special episode now for a closer look at this year’s Oscar contenders and their journey to the big night.