Los Angeles, California – The 32nd annual Actor Awards, formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards, commenced Sunday evening at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall, marking a pivotal moment for nominees as they approach the Academy Awards on March 15th. The ceremony, which exclusively honors actors, is voted on by the approximately 160,000 members of SAG-AFTRA, making it the largest voting body of any awards demonstrate.
This year’s awards saw Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” leading with seven nominations, while Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” garnered five, including individual recognition for Wunmi Mosaku, who recently won a BAFTA award, and Michael B. Jordan, who portrayed twins in the film. “Sinners” also received a nomination for its ensemble cast and stunt work.
On the television side, Apple TV’s “The Studio” emerged as a frontrunner with five nominations, recognizing Seth Rogen, both as a star and creator, alongside Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, and the late Catherine O’Hara. “The White Lotus” and “Adolescence” followed closely with four nominations each.
A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Actor Awards Life Achievement Award to Harrison Ford, acknowledging his extensive career in film and television, including his iconic role as Indiana Jones and his recent work in “Shrinking.”
The ceremony was hosted by Kristen Bell, returning for her third time as the master of ceremonies. The event was streamed live on Netflix, beginning with the red carpet coverage at 10:00 p.m. In Chile (7:00 p.m. ET, 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time).
Winners were announced throughout the evening, with “One Battle After Another” appearing poised to solidify its position as a frontrunner for the upcoming Oscars. The complete list of winners, as updated live, indicates a strong showing for the film’s cast.
The Actor Awards, established in 1995, are recognized for their focus on celebrating actors and their contributions to the industry. The awards present 15 categories spanning both television and film.
