Hollywood’s biggest movie stars gathered at the annual 2026 Actor Awards (Screen Actors Guild Awards) ceremony at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California. On that night many outstanding nominees were congratulated on the productions they’ve created in the past year, which were trending and powerful, but only one actor could win from each category. This was followed by many heartfelt speeches from the majority of the directors and many surprising wins that were exciting. This night was a memorable night for the fans and critics of these films. Hosted by Kristen Bell, the event was streamed on Netflix and was one of the most conversational events.
The biggest award given out during the event was handed to Michael B. Jordan, where he won Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his roles as Smoke and Stack in the 2025 film “Sinners.” The supernatural horror thriller also earned another award for Outstanding Cast in Motion Picture, and will also be featured at the 2026 Academy Awards. Michael B. Jordan was in huge competition with Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio.
As for the female winners, Jessie Buckley won Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for her expressive and emotional performance in the film “Hamnet.” Amy Madigan surprised viewers by winning Best Supporting Actress for the horror mystery-thriller film “Weapons,” she even recreated the run the children did in the film while accepting her award, which gave the audience laughter.
Television categories also had a wide selection of wins. In the drama ensemble Noah Wyle won Best Male Actor for HBO’s film “The Pitt.” The cast of Apple TV+’s “The Studio” won Outstanding Performance by a Cast (or Ensemble) in a Comedy Series. Notable winners include “The Diplomat’s” Keri Russel, “Dying for Sex’s” Michelle Williams and “Adolescence’s” Owen Cooper.
One honorable and emotional moment of the night was when Catherine O’Hara received a posthumous award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for “The Studio.” Many know her for being Kate McCallister in “Home Alone” and “Home Alone 2,” and Delia Deetz in the “Beetlejuice” franchise. Seth Rogen accepted the award on her behalf and gave a heartfelt speech about her legacy and achievements, which had the audience in tears and cheers of appreciation.
Hollywood legend Harrison Ford was also gifted with the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award, for his decades long career and his compassionate effect on the film industry.
As the night came to an end, the Actor Awards proved once again it will always be an event to look forward to before the Oscars Awards. The night was filled with love and respect for upcoming and long-term actors and directors in the film industry.
