Jessie Buckley won the Best Actress award at the 98th Academy Awards for her powerful performance in the film Hamnet, marking the first Oscar win of her career in a leading category. Her portrayal of Agnes Shakespeare, the wife of William Shakespeare, was widely praised for its emotional depth and subtle depiction of grief and resilience.
The film Hamnet, based on the bestselling novel by Maggie O’Farrell, explores the tragic loss of Shakespeare’s young son and the emotional impact on the family. Buckley’s restrained yet powerful performance became the emotional centre of the historical drama, earning strong acclaim from critics and audiences alike.
At the same ceremony, Michael B. Jordan won the Best Actor award for his role in the film Sinners, marking the first Academy Award of his career. His portrayal of a morally conflicted character searching for redemption was widely appreciated by critics.
The 98th Academy Awards were held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, and hosted by comedian and television personality Conan O’Brien. The ceremony celebrated major achievements in global cinema, with director Ryan Coogler’s film Sinners leading the nominations with 16 nods across major categories.
