Oscars 2026: Female Winners Who Stole the Spotlight

Amy Madigan wins Best Supporting Actress for Weapons

Amy Madigan started the evening by winning the award for Best Supporting Actress in Weapons in a very impressive way. Her portrayal was notable not only for its emotional subtlety but also for the way it dominated the screen, which is evidence that even the supporting characters can sometimes be the main emotional drivers of the story.

Her success gave the signal of a night that would be honouring experienced talent. Amy’s success also serves as a signal that a long-standing career in Hollywood, together with maintaining high standards of performance, is still getting recognized and rewarded.