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The 98th Academy Awards ceremony took place in 2026.
The 2026 Oscars were held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and hosted by Conan O'Brien. 'One Battle After Another' won best picture, with Michael B. Jordan winning best actor for 'Sinners' and Jessie Buckley winning best actress for 'Hamnet'. The ceremony introduced a new category for best achievement in casting.
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Oscars 2026 best and worst moments: Michael B. Jordan beats Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio memes and more
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Oscars 2026: Full winners list from the 98th Academy Awards
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The 98th Academy Awards took place in 2026
Both outlets report on the 2026 Oscars ceremony
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Michael B. Jordan won best actor
Both outlets mention Michael B. Jordan's win
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'One Battle After Another' won best picture
ABC News provides complete winner details
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Conan O'Brien hosted the ceremony
ABC News reports O'Brien as host for second consecutive year
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A new casting category was introduced
ABC News reports debut of best achievement in casting category