All eyes are on the star-studded 2026 Oscars, after Hollywood’s biggest stars–including nominees Teyana Taylor wearing custom Chanel by Matthieu Blazy, Timothée Chalamet in Givenchy by Sarah Burton, and Rose Byrne in Dior by Jonathan Anderson–arrived on the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
While many have been placing bets on who will take home the biggest prizes at the 98th annual Academy Awards tonight, we’re keeping our eyes peeled for the truly fun and unpredictable part of a room full of actors and filmmakers: the candid moments that happen off-screen.
Below, check out all the best air kisses, laughs, hugs, mini-reunions and other real moments from the Oscars 2026.

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