Sean Penn’s absence at this year’s Oscars did not go down smoothly, especially as the 65-year-old won Best Supporting Actor.

Sean Penn made headlines at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, when he won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his riveting performance in the acclaimed war satire One Battle After Another.

Actor Sean Penn secures his third Academy Award, joining the elite circle of three-time Oscar winners. Celebrated for roles in Mystic River and Milk, Penn’s latest win highlights his enduring talent ...