Overview
- Adrien Brody announced the result at the Dolby Theatre, giving Jordan, 39, his first Academy Award.
- In Ryan Coogler’s film, Jordan portrays twin brothers Elijah “Smoke” and Elias “Stack” Moore.
- Sinners entered with a record 16 nominations and won four awards: Best Actor, Original Screenplay, Original Score, and Cinematography.
- Coverage notes Jordan becomes the sixth Black winner of the Best Actor Oscar, underscoring the award’s significance.
- Host Conan O’Brien referenced Timothée Chalamet’s criticized ballet and opera remarks in the opening monologue as cameras showed Chalamet smiling in response.