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Madigan Wins First Oscar 2026 for 'Weapons'
16 Mar
Summary
- Amy Madigan won Best Supporting Actress at the 2026 Oscars.
- She received the award for her role in the supernatural horror film 'Weapons'.
- Madigan emotionally thanked her husband, actor Ed Harris, during her speech.
Amy Madigan earned the inaugural award of the 2026 Oscars, receiving the Best Supporting Actress honor for her role in Zach Creggar's supernatural horror film, 'Weapons'. The 75-year-old actress expressed deep emotion during her acceptance speech, dedicating the award to her husband, Ed Harris, with whom she has been married for over four decades.
'Weapons' is a supernatural mystery horror film centered on the unexplained disappearance of children from a single class. Madigan portrays Gladys, an elderly relative to the sole child who does not vanish, adding a layer of intrigue to the community's search for answers.
The 98th Academy Awards ceremony, celebrating the best films of 2025, is taking place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Conan O'Brien returned as host for the second consecutive year, opening the gala with a comedic segment.
Other notable early wins included 'KPop Demon Hunters' for Best Animated Feature Film. Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' also garnered significant attention, securing awards for Best Costume Design and Best Makeup and Hairstyling.
