Oppenheimer continued its winning streak at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards, taking home several major prizes including best film cast. Christopher Nolan’s film, which delves into the story of J Robert Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb, also saw individual acting prizes go to Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. Accepting the top prize on behalf of the cast, Sir Kenneth Branagh expressed gratitude for the support of the actors’ union and reflected on the previous actors’ strike which brought Hollywood to a standstill.
Irish actor Cillian Murphy expressed how special it was to win an award voted for by his peers, recounting his journey to becoming an actor. Lily Gladstone, star of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” gave a moving speech about the importance of storytelling and empathy in the world.
Da’Vine Joy Randolph continued her winning streak in the best supporting actress category, while Robert Downey Jr. was awarded best supporting actor. In the television categories, Ali Wong, Steven Yeun, Pedro Pascal, Ayo Edebiri, and Jeremy Allen White were among the winners.
The ceremony also featured a touching tribute to actors who have passed away, as well as a reunion of the cast of “The Devil Wears Prada” who presented an award together. Hosted by Idris Elba, the SAG Awards were streamed on Netflix for the first time, allowing actors to swear during their speeches with Elba cheekily cautioning them not to go “full Succession level.”
Barbara Streisand was honored with a lifetime achievement award, with Jennifer Aniston and Bradley Cooper praising her trailblazing career in entertainment. Streisand reflected on her journey in the industry and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to be part of the magical world of movies.
Overall, the SAG Awards celebrated the talent and camaraderie of actors in Hollywood, highlighting the power of storytelling and the resilience of the industry in the face of challenges.