Oscars 2026: Host Conan O'Brien jokes about AI, Chalamet and 'Sinners' in Oscars opening

Oscars host Conan O'Brien kicked off the 98th Oscars with a monologue that touched on this year's nominated movies and actors.

Conan O'Brien Hilariously Memes Leonardo DiCaprio Live During 2026 Oscars Opening Monologue

The comedian kicked off the night with jokes about Timothée Chalamet, Rose Byrne and Michael B. Jordan ...

Conan O’Brien’s best Oscars jokes as host roasts Timothee Chalamet in opening monologue

Conan O’Brien took a hilarious swipe at Timothee Chalamet’s recent comment that ‘nobody cares’ about opera and ballet ...

Conan O'Brien retains his throne as King of the Oscars with opening monologue

The comedian kept his opening monologue light and avoided politics, instead acknowledging the devastating wildfires that ...

Flanked by Weapons kids, Aunt Conan O’Brien hustles his way through Oscars opening monologue

Academy Awards host Conan O’Brien returns to Hollywood to signal the end of Awards season and to celebrate himself.
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Conan channels 'Weapons' character in opening to Oscars

Oscars host Conan O'Brien kicked off the 98th Oscars by channeling the villain in "Weapons" during the opening monologue.

Conan O’Brien Teases Timothée Chalamet In First Moments Of Oscar’s Opening Monologue; Turns Serious To Encourage Optimism In “Chaotic, Frightening Times”

In his Oscars monologue tonight, host Conan O'Brien wasted no time getting to Timothée Chalamet, ballet and opera.

Conan O'Brien takes jab at MAGA during Oscars opening

The Academy Awards often include political statements from winners and presenters.
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'Rotten Humor': Conan O'Brien Slammed Over 'Painful' 2026 Oscars Opening Monologue as Host Faces 'Several Awkward Moments of Silence'

Conan O'Brien returning for his second year as host, was greeted with crickets from attendees and viewers for many of his ...

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A horde of children chased Conan O’Brien onto the Dolby Theatre stage in the opening moments of the 98th Academy Awards, and ...

'Just amazing': FAMU head drum major appears in Oscars performance

The FAMU Marching 100's first female head drum major has performed on many stages before, but the 2026 Oscars is the latest ...

Conan O'Brien delivers humorous Oscars opening as Aunt Gladys, critiques AI and Timothée Chalamet

Conan O'Brien hosted the 2026 Oscars as Aunt Gladys, humorously addressing AI and Timothée Chalamet while showcasing his comedic talents and engaging with the audience.