Amy Madigan Wins Best Supporting Actress at 98th Academy Awards

Amy Madigan won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, taking home the prize for her role in the film "Weapons." The ceremony took place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, and was hosted by comedian and television personality Conan O'Brien. Madigan's win was the first award presented during the evening. The actress received a standing ovation from the audience upon accepting the prize. At 75 years old, this marked Madigan's first Academy Award win after a career spanning decades in film and theatre. Sean Penn also claimed a major acting prize during the ceremony, winning Best Supporting Actor for his performance in "One Battle After Another."

Madigan thanks husband Ed Harris and "all the dogs" In her acceptance speech, Madigan thanked her husband, actor Ed Harris, and, in a moment that drew attention, "all the dogs." According to The Hollywood Reporter, the actress laughed her way through the win, with Vulture describing her as cackling through the acceptance moment. The standing ovation reflected the warmth the audience showed toward the veteran actress. Madigan and Harris have been married for decades and are both long-established figures in American film and theatre. The speech was noted for its warmth and humor rather than a conventional industry address.

KPop Demon Hunters and Frankenstein also claim prizes Beyond the acting categories, the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" won the Oscar for Best Animated Film. The film "Frankenstein" took home the award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. Both wins were confirmed in updated winners lists published by major outlets during the live broadcast. The ceremony continued through the night with further categories still to be decided at the time initial reports were filed.

A career-defining night for a veteran of stage and screen The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has presented the Academy Awards annually since the late 1920s, making the 98th ceremony part of one of the longest-running traditions in the entertainment industry. Amy Madigan, born September 11, 1950, built her reputation through a combination of film, stage, and television work over several decades. Prior to this win, she had not previously taken home an Oscar, making the "Weapons" award her first. The 98th edition of the ceremony was notable for recognizing performers who had long been considered respected figures in the industry without having previously claimed the top prize. Madigan's win was widely covered by international outlets within hours of the announcement, with reports appearing in German, Portuguese, French, and Greek media, among others. The 98th Academy Awards ceremony drew significant global attention as results were reported live throughout the evening.