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The Oscars 2026 live updates: Red carpet fashion, Rose Byrne stuns, stars arrive for 98th Academy Awards

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Rose Byrne arrives at the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Camera IconRose Byrne arrives at the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Credit: Jordan Strauss/Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Scroll down for the latest news and updates from the 98th Academy Awards.

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Jessie Buckley in pink and red elegance

Hamnet star Jessie Buckley, who is considered the frontrunner for the best actress award at tonight’s Oscars, has arrived wearing a flowing pink-and-red strapless gown.

The star accessorised the dress with a simple silver and pearl necklace, earrings, and a ring.

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 15: Jessie Buckley attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Camera IconHOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 15: Jessie Buckley attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images) Credit: Getty Images
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Marty Supreme star Odessa A’zion

Odessa A'zion attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre.
Camera IconOdessa A'zion attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre. Credit: Getty Images
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KPop Demon Hunters star Arden Cho

Arden Cho at the 98th Annual Oscars held at Dolby Theatre.
Camera IconArden Cho at the 98th Annual Oscars held at Dolby Theatre. Credit: WWD via Getty Images
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Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams

Hudson Williams attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre.
Camera IconHudson Williams attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre. Credit: WireImage
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Kieran Culkin

Kieran Culkin arrives for the 98th annual Academy Awards ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.
Camera IconKieran Culkin arrives for the 98th annual Academy Awards ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Credit: EPA
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Alicia Silverstone returns in black-and-white old-Hollywood glam

Clueless star Alicia Silverstone went for a black and white dress, paired with black opera gloves.

It was the star’s first appearance at the awards for 30 years.

Alicia Silverstone attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California.
Camera IconAlicia Silverstone attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. Credit: Getty Images
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Aussie Joel Edgerton delivers classic style

Australian actor Joel Edgerton has arrived for the 2026 Oscars, wearing a black suit with a jewel-encrusted brooch combo.

The star of Train Dreams didn’t get nominated for a solo award, but the film did earn four nominations, including best picture.

Joel Edgerton attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California.
Camera IconJoel Edgerton attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. Credit: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images
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Chase Infiniti’s dramatic dress

Chase Infiniti, Star of One Battle After Another, arrived wearing a lavender dress, adorned with a dramatic, embellished train.

Chase Infiniti attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre.
Camera IconChase Infiniti attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre. Credit: WireImage
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Influencer Jihoon in sheer nude dress

Jihoon Kim, one of the biggest names online known for high-end fashion partnerships, has shown off a sheer, nude dress on the Oscars red carpet.

Jihoon Kim attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre.
Camera IconJihoon Kim attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre. Credit: Getty Images

The star put up an adorable video online before hitting the red carpet, showing her getting ready with her mother.

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Aussie Rose Byrne stuns in Dior at the Oscars

Australian comedian and actor Rose Byrne has arrived on the red carpet wearing a stunning Dior gown.

Byrne is up for Best Actress in a Leading Role (If I Had Legs I’d Kick You).

Rose Byrne arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
Camera IconRose Byrne arrives at the Oscars. Credit: Jordan Strauss/Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Speaking with Sunrise, Byrne said: “I’m wearing Dior. I’m fancy.”

The star said her family had come to Hollywood for the awards, describing that as “magical”.

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