Meet the Stars Who Will Shine at the 2026 Oscars: Presenters and Performers Revealed
The 98th Annual Academy Awards Set to Shine This Sunday
The 98th Annual Academy Awards will take place this Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, promising a night filled with glamour and celebration as Oscar winners and nominees take the stage. In addition to the award recipients, a host of celebrities will grace the event as presenters, along with live musical performances that are sure to captivate audiences.
This week, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed the final list of notable personalities set to present awards at the ceremony. Notable presenters include Rose Byrne, Nicole Kidman, and Jimmy Kimmel, among others. They join an impressive lineup that features already announced names such as Will Arnett and Robert Downey Jr.
Oscar nominees will also receive a lavish "Everyone Wins" gift bag, valued at approximately $350,000, packed with exquisite trips, wellness retreats, and luxury items.
Star-Studded Presenters and Hosts
The presenters for this year’s ceremony include:
- Rose Byrne
- Nicole Kidman
- Jimmy Kimmel
- Delroy Lindo
- Ewan McGregor
- Wagner Moura
- Pedro Pascal
- Bill Pullman
- Lewis Pullman
- Channing Tatum
- Sigourney Weaver
Previously announced presenters also enrich the lineup with names like Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Maya Rudolph. Conan O’Brien will return to host the evening, continuing his role from last year.
Exciting Performances Planned
In terms of live entertainment, audiences can look forward to performances of two Oscar-nominated original songs: “Golden” from the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" and “I Lied to You” from the critically acclaimed "Sinners," which leads this year’s nominations with a historic 16 nods.
Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami will deliver an electrifying performance of “Golden,” beginning with a blend of Korean instrumentation and dance that celebrates the film’s cultural roots. Meanwhile, Miles Caton and Raphael Saadiq will perform “I Lied to You,” joined by an ensemble featuring Misty Copeland and Buddy Guy, among others. The Academy has indicated that this performance will illustrate the integral role of music in the film’s narrative.
Additional live entertainment will feature appearances by singer Josh Groban and the Los Angeles Master Chorale.
The 98th Annual Academy Awards will be broadcast live at 4 p.m. on ABC and Hulu, marking another exciting chapter in Hollywood’s celebration of cinematic achievement.
