The 32nd Actor Awards ceremony took place on March 1, 2026, at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles. This event marked a historic transition as it was the first year the ceremony was officially titled the "Actor Awards," a change from its previous name, the Screen Actors Guild Awards. The rebranding was intended to better reflect the ceremony's spirit as an honor given to actors by their peers. The show was hosted by Kristen Bell and streamed live to a global audience on Netflix.
In the film categories, the thriller Sinners was a major winner, taking home the award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. Michael B. Jordan earned the trophy for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his work in the same film. The award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role went to Jessie Buckley for her performance in Hamnet. In the supporting categories, Sean Penn won for One Battle After Another, and Amy Madigan was recognized for her role in Weapons. The stunt ensemble for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning was also honored for its outstanding action performance.
The television awards featured strong performances from new and returning series. The Studio was a significant presence, winning Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. Individual comedy honors went to Seth Rogen and Catherine O'Hara, the latter receiving a posthumous award following her recent passing. In the drama categories, The Pitt won for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble, while its star, Noah Wyle, won for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series. Keri Russell was awarded the prize for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series for The Diplomat. In the limited series and television movie categories, Michelle Williams (Dying for Sex) and Owen Cooper (Adolescence) were the lead acting winners.
The night’s most prestigious individual honor, the Life Achievement Award, was presented to Harrison Ford. Introduced by his friend Woody Harrelson, Ford gave an emotional speech reflecting on his 60-year career, including his iconic roles in the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. Despite the career-spanning nature of the award, the 83-year-old actor joked that he felt he was only at the halfway point of his acting journey. He expressed profound gratitude to his wife, Calista Flockhart, and the legendary directors and crews he has worked with over the decades.
The red carpet showcased a theme of "Reimagining Hollywood Glamour From the '20s and '30s," with attendees leaning into old-school elegance. High-fashion looks were complemented by an array of natural diamonds, particularly "Desert diamonds" featuring warm cognac and sunlit white tones. Notable jewelry statements included sculptural collars, large-scale statement rings, and dramatic chandelier earrings.
The ceremony included a moving In Memoriam segment, introduced by Sarah Paulson, which paid tribute to performers who passed away in 2025 and early 2026. The tribute included names such as James Van Der Beek, Eric Dane, and the evening's own winner, Catherine O'Hara.





















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