by Alanna MarshallBuzzFeedBuzzFeed StaffI'm the SEO Resident here at BuzzFeed, and I cover everything from trending pop culture and celebrity news to evergreen entertainment and lifestyle topics.Table of ContentsShocking Actor Wins & SnubsShocking Movie Wins & SnubsHonorable Mentions The 98th annual Academy Awards take place on Sunday, March 15, and so far, the 2026 awards season has shown how competitive the film nominees in the major categories are.