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Episode Date: March 16, 2026

Conan OBrien closed the 98th Academy Awards with a humorous sketch, parodying the film One Battle After Another and its unexpected ending. The sketch featured OBriens character receiving praise and a lifetime hosting gig, only to meet a tragic end. The bit was well-received by stars in the audience, including Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner. Meanwhile, Sean Penn, who won Best Supporting Actor for the same film, skipped the ceremony to reportedly head to Ukraine. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/60eedf5037bb7c37

This is entertainment and celebrity news today, powered by AI and presented by the Daily News Now. Conan O'Brien hosted the 98th Academy Awards and wrapped up with a bold sketch right after one battle after another took best picture. In it, he played a character who gets praised for a perfect show and lands a lifetime hosting gig, only to meet a grim in like Sean Penn's role in. The film, complete with deadly gas from the ceiling. The bit pulled in familiar faces like a Saturday Night Live writer, congratulating him and leading him to his dream office at the academy. It was a cheeky nod to the movie's wild plot, blending late-night humor with Oscar glamour. Stars in the crowd cracked up, including Timothy Chalamey and Kylie Jenner, who laughed hard at the twist.

O'Brien even tossed in one last joke at Chalemay's expense before the lights went out on his character. Meanwhile, Sean Penn picked up Best Supporting Actor for that same film, but skipped the ceremony entirely. Kieran Culkin, last year's winner in the category, stepped up to accept the award on his behalf. Reports say the 65-year-old actor headed to Ukraine instead of Hollywood's big night, according to sources close to the matter. His team had no comment, leaving fans wondering about his next move. This episode is supported by our sponsor. Layback. Press play.

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