Amy Madigan wins best supporting actress Oscar for Weapons

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Andrew PulverMarch 16, 2026 at 12:20 AM

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Amy Madigan won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar at the 98th Academy Awards for her role as Aunt Gladys in the supernatural horror film *Weapons*. She defeated Elle Fanning, Wunmi Mosaku, and Teyana Taylor for the prize. This marks a record-breaking 40-year gap since her previous nomination in 1986 for *Twice in a Lifetime*. In her acceptance speech, Madigan thanked her fellow nominees, her family, and her husband, Ed Harris. Madigan's portrayal of Aunt Gladys, known for her distinctive appearance, became an internet meme. She had previously received nominations from the Golden Globes and Bafta awards for the role.

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