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Episode Date: March 15, 2026

Jacob Elordi, nominated for his first Oscar at 28, fulfills a 13-year-old promise by bringing his mom, Melissa, as his red carpet date. Inspired by Heath Ledger, Elordis career was supported by his mom, who delivered the nomination news, and his dads cautious approach. 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/6cb18b657e804cdd

Entertainment stories making news on March 15th. Jacob Allorty is fulfilling a long-standing promise at the 2026 Oscars. The 28-year-old actor earned his first nomination for best supporting actor in Frankenstein, directed by Guillermo Del Toro. He plans to bring his mom, Melissa, as his red carpet date after pledging to do so when he was just 15. Earlier this year, on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ellorty explained the backstory. He made the promise over 13 years ago and wants to honor his, biggest supporter. His mom cheered him on through every step of his career without a single doubt.

Meanwhile, his dad took a more cautious approach early on, urging a backup plan in case acting did not pan out. Still, the family's faith paid off big time. Melissa even delivered the nomination news herself, rushing upstairs at 5 a.m. after her phone rang with the announcement. Elorty jokes that he might need to whisk her away quickly if she spots John Travolta amid the stars. He skipped checking social media that morning, calling her excited reaction far better than any online post. The milestone hits close to home for Allorty, inspired by Australian icon Heath Ledger. Ledger got his own Oscar nod at 26, and Allorties comes exactly 18 years after Ledger's passing. He credits that influence for pushing his dreams forward.

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