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Episode Date: March 16, 2026

Ryan Coogler wins Best Original Screenplay at the Oscars, thanking family and collaborators in heartfelt speech. Sinners, a nineteen thirties vampire story, secures first win out of sixteen nominations. 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/0a9678d0a1eeaed3

It's March 16th. Here's what's happening in entertainment. Ryan Coogler just picked up the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for his film, Cinners, at the 98th Academy Awards. The 39-year-old writer director attended the event on March 15, 26, alongside his wife Zinzie, who also produced the 1930s vampire story. This marked a movie's first win out of a record, 16 nominations. Senors beat out strong competition like Blue Moon and Marty Supreme in the Catalan. Cougler and Zinsey have been married since 2016 and share three young children with their first arriving around 2019 and the latest in 2025. In his acceptance speech, Coogler got emotional thanking his family first. He called Zinze the best wife, mom, and producer and shared a heartfelt message to their kids watching at home, apologizing for time away on set and, promising lasting memories filled with love.

He also shouted out his parents for building his confidence and his collaborator, Sev O'Henian. Growing up in Oakland, California, Coogler admitted to being nervous on stage and joked about the orchestra possibly playing him off early. The win highlights Center's strong showing so far, with plenty more categories left to go at the Oscars. Coogler praised the Academy and his fellow nominees for their inspiring work and friendships over the years. This story is made possible by our sponsor. See the episode description. What is cooler than cool, a pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com