Hollywood just wrapped up the 32nd Actor Awards, previously the Screen Actors Guild Awards. This event celebrates the best performances of the year. It’s unique because the awards are decided by actors themselves.
The ceremony took place at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on March 1, 2026, with Kristen Bell back as host. During the show, Harrison Ford received the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award, honoring his long-lasting contributions to film.
Here are some highlights from the winners:
Film
Outstanding Cast: “Frankenstein”, “Hamnet”, “Marty Supreme”, “One Battle After Another”, “Sinners”.
Actor in a Lead Role: The award went to Michael B. Jordan for his role in “Sinners”.
Actress in a Lead Role: Jessie Buckley won for “Hamnet”.
Actor in a Supporting Role: Sean Penn took home the award for “One Battle After Another”.
Actress in a Supporting Role: Amy Madigan was recognized for her work in “Weapons”.
Stunt Ensemble in a Movie: “Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning” won this honor.
Television
Ensemble in a Drama Series: “The Pitt” won.
Ensemble in a Comedy Series: “The Studio” stood out in this category.
Actor in a Drama Series: Noah Wyle won for his role in “The Pitt”.
Actress in a Drama Series: Keri Russell received the award for “The Diplomat”.
Actor in a Comedy Series: Seth Rogen was honored for his performance in “The Studio”.
Actress in a Comedy Series: Catherine O’Hara, also from “The Studio”, won this award.
Actor in a TV Movie or Limited Series: Owen Cooper won for “Adolescence”.
Actress in a TV Movie or Limited Series: The award went to Michelle Williams for “Dying for Sex”.
Stunt Ensemble in a TV Series: “The Last of Us” took top honors.
Fan reactions online were lively, with many praising the winners and sharing clips from the ceremony. Some trending social media hashtags included #ActorAwards2026 and #AwardingExcellence, highlighting the actors that fans felt deserved recognition.
Interestingly, the SAG Awards have been a reflection of changing trends in the industry. In 2020, only about 25% of nominees were from underrepresented communities, while this year that number increased to nearly 50%. Such changes indicate a shift towards more inclusivity in Hollywood.
Ultimately, these awards provide not just accolades, but also a snapshot of the entertainment landscape. For full details on all the winners, check out the official [SAG-AFTRA site](https://www.sagaftra.org). The awards ceremony remains a cherished moment for celebrating talent in film and television.
