Actor Sean Penn gifted a special ‘Oscar’ by Ukraine’s railway company

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 18, 2026 at 05:37 AM

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In March 2026, actor Sean Penn received a special "Oscar" from Ukraine's railway company. The award, crafted from damaged Ukrainian railway metal, was presented as a gesture of gratitude for Penn's support of Ukraine during the war. Penn had notably visited the war-torn country instead of attending the Academy Awards. The actor previously won a real Oscar for best supporting actor for his role in the film "One Battle After Another." The symbolic award highlights Penn's solidarity with Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict.

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