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The 98th Academy Awards brought Hollywood’s biggest stars to the Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026, celebrating the year’s most acclaimed films with glamorous red carpet moments and emotional wins.

But once the ceremony wrapped, the real fashion spectacle shifted to the city’s legendary afterparties, especially the star-studded Vanity Fair Oscar Party at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where celebrities swapped elegance for far more daring, experimental looks.

From dramatic silhouettes and barely-there ensembles to outfits that left fans scratching their heads, the late-night celebrations featured some of the boldest, and most questionable, styles of the night.

Here are 27 of the biggest fashion fails and most absurd looks spotted at the 2026 Oscars afterparties.

Gwyneth Paltrow attended the Academy Awards for the first time since 2015, with her fashion choice garnering as much attention as her film, Marty Supreme.

The actress, who presented the award for Best Casting, stunned in an ivory gown by Giorgio Armani Privé featuring massive cutouts at the sides.

The revealing detail did not go unnoticed on social media, with some users claiming Paltrow appeared to have a “wardrobe malfunction” while walking down a staircase at the Dolby Theater.

Paltrow has stepped onto the iconic Oscars red carpet a total of nine times in the past, showcasing many head-turning ensembles.

Her most iconic look is arguably her 1999 baby pink dress. That night, she won the first and, so far, only Academy Award of her career.

From her first steps in the industry in 1994 to her latest bold outfit, let’s take a look at Paltrow’s Oscar fashion through the years.

The biggest names in Hollywood gathered last night for the Academy Awards, the last and most prestigious awards show on the calendar honoring the greatest achievements in filmmaking.

The ceremony was hosted at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles by comedian Conan O’Brien for the second consecutive time.

One Battle After Another emerged as the night’s biggest winner with a leading six awards, including Best Directing for Paul Thomas Anderson, the new category Best Casting, as well as the top prize, Best Picture.

Hamnet’s Jessie Buckley took home Best Actress in an emotional speech, while Sinners' Michael B. Jordan defeated Timothée Chalamet for Best Actor.

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In addition to answering the questions that sparked heated debates and online betting, the pop culture feast provided material for hundreds of memes. Some were the product of witty social media users, while others were created live by O’Brien himself. 

At one point in the ceremony, the host showcased Leonardo DiCaprio’s memes on the big screen and asked the nominated star to make a face that would go with the text, "TFW [that feeling when] You Didn't Agree to This."

Naturally, O’Brien also took a dig at the scandal surrounding Timothée Chalamet's recent comments about ballet and opera and his controversial statement that “no one cares” about those art forms anymore.

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"Security is extremely tight tonight... I’m told there’s concerns about attacks from both the opera and ballet communities," the host said during his opening monologue, referencing reports about the risk of Iranian attacks at the event. Chalamet appeared to accept the joke and laughed along in the audience.

The host also made viewers laugh out loud when, at the beginning of the show, he dressed up as Amy Madigan’s character from Weapons, hair and all. Madigan later won Best Supporting Actress for the role.

Without further ado, here are some of the funniest memes from the 98th Academy Awards.

The 98th Academy Awards once again turned the spotlight on Hollywood’s biggest stars as they arrived at the iconic Dolby Theatre for one of the most glamorous nights in entertainment.

But as celebrities including Nicole Kidman, Anne Hathaway, Kim Kardashian, and others stepped in front of the flashing cameras, the internet quickly shifted its focus beyond their fashion choices. 

Fans began dissecting the stars’ noticeably slimmer frames and altered appearances, sparking heated conversations about dramatic weight loss and possible cosmetic tweaks.

The ceremony, meant to celebrate some of the biggest names in the film industry, instead became a heated discussion about some of the stars’ changed looks, reigniting conversations around rigid beauty standards in Hollywood.

Here are the celebrities whose Oscars red carpet appearances ignited the most chatter about weight loss and plastic surgery rumors.

The Vanity Fair Oscar Party is no stranger to daring fashion each year, and this time Jeff Goldblum’s three-decade-younger wife, Emilie Livingston, made sure all eyes were on her at the 2026 afterparty.

Stepping out alongside her actor husband, the 43-year-old stunned in a bold pantsless look that quickly set social media buzzing, though not for the reasons she might have hoped.

Her daring outfit sparked intense backlash and controversy online, with many users harshly criticizing the Canadian dancer and even comparing her look to the controversial fashion choices of Bianca Censori, the wife of Kanye West.

“I’m blaming Kanye and Bianca for this, istg,” fumed one social media user. “I don’t have the energy for this, Emilie.”

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It was not the Academy or film critics who gave the toughest verdict during Sunday’s Oscars ceremony. It was the internet.

Netizens brutally roasted the biggest stars of Hollywood for their cringey jokes, awkward speeches, and heated tussles on camera during the star-studded night.

“How is the Oscars worse than Golden Globes rn?” one asked online.

Here’s a roundup of 15 of the most awkward moments from the 2026 Oscars.

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Hollywood already brought plenty of drama to the big screen this year. But apparently, the 98th Academy Awards red carpet didn’t want to be left out.

There were feathers everywhere. There were gowns sparkly enough to make the paparazzi blind. And there was a particularly strange black veil that made viewers wonder whether the celebrity was on her way to a funeral

These were the worst-dressed stars on the 2026 Oscars red carpet, whose outfits were so hard that the internet couldn't stop roasting and judging hard.

The 98th Academy Awards have finally arrived, and Hollywood Boulevard is officially the most glamorous place on Earth right now. With Conan O’Brien returning to the helm for the second year, the energy at the Dolby Theatre is unmatched as we celebrate a massive year for cinema.

But before the first golden statuette is handed out to either the haunting depths of Sinners or the high-stakes world of Marty Supreme or the adrenaline-fueled track of F1, let’s take a look at the real show happening on the red carpet.

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One Battle After Another was named Best Picture at the 2026 Oscars, but the win quickly sparked mixed reactions online. The political action-thriller, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, entered the night as a strong contender after dominating several major industry awards earlier in the season.

The film ultimately edged out Sinners, which had gained momentum late in the race following wins for its lead star Michael B. Jordan. Despite the close competition, Anderson’s film secured the Academy’s top prize and ended the night with six Oscars, including Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay.

Set around a retired revolutionary pulled back into political conflict, the film explored themes of extremism and power in modern America. In the Best Picture category, it defeated several nominees including Hamnet, Sentimental Value, Bugonia, and Frankenstein.

However, not all viewers were impressed with the final decision. Social media quickly filled with criticism after the announcement. One user wrote, “One Battle After Another winning Best Picture means the Academy went with the safe, obvious choice instead of taking a risk. Predictable but at least it’s over.”

Others questioned the film’s impact. “This movie wasn't really about anything and was trying really hard to be an Oscar movie,” one comment read, while another added, “A FEW great actors in it, but the film itself was mediocre at best.”

Jessie Buckley won the Best Actress award at the 2026 Oscars for her performance in Hamnet. The 36-year-old actress was nominated alongside Rose Byrne, Kate Hudson, Renate Reinsve, and Emma Stone.

Taking the stage, Buckley delivered an emotional speech that included a heartfelt message to her husband, Freddie. “You, Fred. I love you, man. I love you. You're the most incredible dad. You're my best friend and I want to have 20,000 more babies with you,” she said.

Buckley also thanked her family from Ireland and referenced her eight-month-old daughter, saying she loved being her mother and looked forward to discovering life alongside her.

Her win came after weeks of online debate sparked by resurfaced comments she made during the film’s press tour. In a past interview with co-star Paul Mescal on Happy, Sad, Confused, Buckley admitted she was not a fan of cats and joked that her husband once had to give up his pets before they moved in together.

“When 1 started dating (my husband), he had two cats. This is bad, so I’m going to get canceled,” she said.

“One of the cats was like a pedigree model (b----) and she staged like a coup against me. I’d come home and there’d just be like poo on my pillow. And I was like, ‘It’s me or the cats.”

Her comments sparked discussion online as one user wrote, “I still think it’s a red flag to give someone an ultimatum involving living things.”

Michael B. Jordan took home the Best Actor award at the 2026 Oscars, beating out a competitive lineup that included Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ethan Hawke, and Wagner Moura.

Jordan won the award for his performance as twin brothers Smoke and Stack in Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler. The film entered the night with a record 16 nominations and had already gained momentum during awards season, with Jordan winning the lead actor prize at the Actor Awards.

During his acceptance speech, Jordan thanked Coogler, his cast, including Hailee Steinfeld, and acknowledged the Black actors who paved the way before him, including Denzel Washington and Halle Berry.

Meanwhile, Chalamet’s loss quickly sparked reactions online, especially after the actor faced backlash earlier this awards season for controversial remarks about ballet and opera.

In a recent interview with Variety alongside Matthew McConaughey, Chalamet said he didn’t want cinema to become like art forms where people try to “keep this thing alive even though no-one cares about it any more.”

The comment drew criticism from members of the performing arts community and resurfaced after the Best Actor announcement.

Social media reactions were quick and blunt. “He really thought he was winning lmaooo,” one user wrote while sharing a GIF of the actor. Another commented, “Next year Timmy, maybe you should’ve just kept your mouth CLOSED,” while a third added, “Oh loser chalamet.”

Teyana Taylor found herself trending online after her reaction to losing the Best Supporting Actress award at the 2026 Oscars sparked debate among viewers.

Nominated for her role as Perfidia in One Battle After Another, Taylor lost the category to Amy Madigan during the ceremony.

Her losing moment was captured by cameras in a split-screen alongside fellow nominees Wunmi Mosaku, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, and Elle Fanning.

As soon as Madigan’s name was announced, Taylor quickly jumped from her seat, clapping with her hands raised above her head in what appeared to be an enthusiastic celebration.

Her reaction immediately drew backlash on social media.

One viewer wrote, “Teyana is doing way too damn much as always,” while another questioned the moment, asking, “Why is Tayana over excited?”

“Teyana Taylor faking the happiness, girl sit down and relax,” one more viewer wrote, while another described the reaction as “the fakest sh** ever.”

Following her moment, body language expert Judi James also weighed in, telling the Daily Mail that the moment appeared to be an “overkill performance”.

According to James, Taylor, and Fanning, “both hid their actual disappointment by masking their authentic facial expressions.”

“Teyana dived forward from her seat as though she’d received an electric shock, her head lowering, meaning she barely needed to compose a masked facial expression,” she added.

“When she came up, she was in full celebratory mode, clapping with her hands above her head.”

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Pedro Pascal debuted a surprising new look at the 2026 Oscars, and fans were quick to notice the change.

The Materialists actor arrived on the red carpet in a Chanel look that featured a crisp white button-down shirt adorned with a large floral detail across the chest. He complemented it with high-waisted black trousers.

While the outfit was striking, it was Pascal’s face that became the real talking point among fans.

The actor arrived without his signature mustache, something he has been closely associated with since his days on Narcos.

Social media quickly poured in shortly after photos from the red carpet surfaced online. One viewer bluntly wrote, “What is this mess?” while another added, “He thought shaving would take some years off, he looks like a fool.”

Several fans even joked about how drastically different he looked. “WTF happened to Pedro Pascal?” said one, while others theorized that he had been “cloned” or that it looked like a “wax figure” of him.

However, some of his fans were impressed by the transformation. “Pedro looks sharp and refreshed! Great to see him.”

Back in 2019, Pascal even addressed his famous moustache during an interview with Wired, "I actually was doing a play before Narcos started shooting and the boss came to see the play, and he was like, ‘keep the stache’ and I was like okay.”

“And now people are like, 'Don't ever get rid of your mustache. You look like my grandmother without it.'"

Timothée Chalamet’s striking appearance left fans in a frenzy amid his recent scandalous remarks.

At the 98th Academy Awards, the Marty Supreme actor arrived in a custom all-white double-breasted suit by Givenchy. He completed the monochrome look with white boots, a goatee, and tiny sunglasses.

It was his all-white ensemble that quickly sparked discussion online, as several fans pointed out that the color choice might subtly reference his controversial remarks about ballet and opera.

“We all know why he’s dressed like that, right?” wrote one commenter.

During a Variety conversation, Chalamet said he didn’t want cinema to become like art forms where people try to “keep this thing alive even though no one cares about it anymore.”

The comment instantly led to backlash from members of the performing arts community and legendary director Steven Spielberg.

Another user wrote, “All white is as in fashion as opera and ballet.” Others criticized the styling, with one comment reading, “Definitely his worst look.”

Still, not everyone agreed with the criticism. One fan wrote, “I’m sorry, but can we talk about how good he looks in the white suit? Absolute king behavior.”

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Barbie Ferreira turned heads on the 2026 Academy Awards red carpet in a striking, structured Klein Blue gown featuring a corset top and full skirt.

The former Euphoria star looked radiant, but her appearance quickly sparked online conversations surrounding the use of semaglutide injections — primarily used to treat Type 2 Diabetes but which have gained popularity in recent years for their weight-loss benefits.

“O*empic out there changing lives,” said one social media user.

The reaction reflected a wider discussion among netizens who believe Hollywood is currently in the tight grip of the weight-loss trend. 

Ferreira underwent a noticeable transformation around 2024, later walking the runway for Victoria's Secret in 2025.

Other Hollywood stars whose appearances have sparked debate in recent times include Anya Taylor‑Joy, who drew attention after attending a pre-Oscars dinner hosted by Dior and W Magazine at Mr. Chow with her husband, musician Malcolm McRae.

Her slimmer silhouette had one commenter asking, “WTF is with this anor*xia look everybody seems to be into lately?”

Meanwhile, Margot Robbie faced similar commentary after appearing at a Chanel exhibition during the 2026 Paris Fashion Week earlier this month. 

“The whole skeleton trend is starting to wear thin,” one observer noted at the time.

Concerns were also raised about Emma Stone following her appearance at the British Academy Film Awards at Royal Festival Hall, where one commenter advised, “Emma, you are beautiful, you don’t need to lose that much weight.”

A Ferreira fan also expressed similar sentiments following her viral Oscars look, saying, “Hope she doesn’t lose any more weight. She looks very good right now.”

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After attending last year’s ceremony as a Best Actress nominee for The Substance, Demi Moore returned to the Oscars tonight, this time as a presenter.

However, as pictures and videos of Moore from the ongoing event circulated on social media, reactions ranged from “That’s horrible” to “She’s too skinny.”

Joining her fellow Hollywood stars on the red carpet ahead of the main event, Moore wore a feathered green Gucci gown with Boucheron jewelry. As for glam, she opted for classic black liner and a natural pink lip. 

She let her jet-black hair have a moment too, as it cascaded in straight locks down her waist. But some viewers focused elsewhere.

“Her collarbones are poking way out,” one commented.

Moore’s appearance comes amid mounting concern about her health, as she has appeared strikingly skinny in recent years. 

Social media has constantly credited the 63-year-old’s lean physique to the alleged use of GLP-1 medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes, which has gained popularity over the years as a weight-loss aid.

Moore’s fans actively came to her defense.

“Demi Moore looking timeless,” said one, while another voiced, “Channeling major peacock vibes. Stunning as always.”

As cameras began flashing at the 98th Academy Awards red carpet a short while ago, Jihoon Kim, a South Korean influencer known for taking fashion risks, became one of the most talked-about arrivals.

Kim stepped onto the carpet in a dramatic, body-hugging ivory gown covered in fine, shimmering crystals that caught every beam of light from the photographer’s pit.

The design, minimalist in structure but maximal in impact, featured an exposed neckline and full sleeves. 

Under the spotlight of the red carpet, the reflective fabric of her dress appeared almost translucent, which quickly set social media buzzing.

Within minutes of Kim’s appearance, clips and photos went viral, with viewers debating the daring look.

“Wait… where is the underwear?” asked one, while another commented, “I love how her dress melts on her skin. It was made for her.”

Regardless of the divided reactions, Kim clearly achieved what every awards stylist hopes for: a look that people cannot stop talking about.

Jihoon shared a Get Ready With Me for the Oscars clip on Instagram, informing her followers that her +1 for the night would be her mother. 

The Academy Awards red carpet has long been one of Hollywood’s biggest fashion stages, but it’s also a time capsule. Over the years, audiences have watched their favorite stars grow, experiment, and completely reinvent their style in front of the world.

Some stars arrived at their first Oscars with understated looks that reflected the fashion trends of the time, while their most recent appearances showcase the confidence that comes with years in the spotlight.

While some viewers joked that “some of them looked the same,” others celebrated the transformations, with one comment reading, “I loved each and every one of these. Not one is a miss.”

From fresh-faced debuts to carefully crafted modern appearances, these 17 side-by-side celebrity red carpet moments prove just how much can change between a star’s first Oscars appearance and their latest.

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At the beginning of each year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announces the year’s nominations, and the mood splits fast.

One minute, fans celebrate the nominees for the best categories. Next, they start compiling their own lists of Oscar snubs when a movie that felt undeniable gets left outside the room.

The 98th Academy Awards nominations have already sparked loud debate among critics and audiences, and if you want the full rundown first, our 2026 Oscar Nominations breaks down who made the cut. From there, we look at this year’s biggest omissions and the historic losses that still sting decades later.