A lot is still uncertain, which is unusual for this stage in the game—but here’s who we think will come out on top in best picture, best actor, and every other Oscar category. (Including the shorts!)

From Hattie McDaniel to Viola Davis, here are 8 Black women who have made history at the Oscars, breaking barriers for Black actresses far and wide.

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Which Best Picture winner over the past century is the absolute worst? Frankly, there are a few contenders to choose from. The Oscars aren't best understood as a measure of merit or creative success.

Kristen Bell, returning as third-time host, had a sweet reunion with her "Nobody Wants This" co-star Jackie Tohn at SAG's 2026 Actor Awards.