Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! - Sean Penn Wins Oscar, Skips Ceremony for Ukraine
Episode Date: March 16, 2026Sean Penn, fresh off his third Academy Award win, forgoes the ceremony to head to Ukraine, where he meets with President Zelenskyy, showcasing his longstanding support for the country amidst its ...conflict with Russia. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7d575701ad80f209
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Sean Penn just picked up his third Academy Award, but skipped the ceremony to head straight to Ukraine.
He won best supporting actor for his role as the antagonist in one battle after another during the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday, March, 15th.
Instead of being there in person, Kieran Culkin accepted it on his behalf.
The very next day, on Monday, March 16, Penn was spotted in Kiev, Ukraine's capital.
Capitol. Reports say he had planned this trip in advance, flying to Europe right before the
Oscars to support the country amid its ongoing conflict. Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky,
shared a photo of them together and praised Penn as a true friend. The 48-year-old leader noted
that Penn has stood by Ukraine since Russia invaded in February 2022. Penn has been outspoken
in his support over the years, even joking in a 2023 interview about melting down one of his
Oscars into. Bullets for Ukraine. He also coached.
directed a documentary last year, tracing Zelensky's rise from comedian to wartime leader,
now streaming on Paramount Plus. This March Penn's third Oscar win, following best actor nods
for Mystic River in 2004 and Milk in 2009. His commitment highlights how celebrities continue
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