Vanity Fair's 2026 Oscar Party: Livestream Details and Celebrity Hosts Announced
Vanity Fair is gearing up for its 32nd annual Oscars afterparty, a highlight of Hollywood's biggest night, set to take place at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on Sunday, March 15, 2026. This prestigious event follows the 98th Academy Awards ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, where stars will honor the year's top films. While the afterparty itself is exclusive to invited guests, fans worldwide can still experience the glamour through a dedicated red-carpet livestream.
When and Where to Watch the Red-Carpet Livestream
The Vanity Fair Oscar Party red-carpet livestream will be available directly after the Academy Awards conclude. It is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM Eastern Time (7:30 PM Pacific Time) on Sunday, March 15. Viewers can tune in via vanityfair.com or the Vanity Fair YouTube channel to catch celebrity arrivals and exclusive interviews. This broadcast offers a rare glimpse into the festivities, as the party itself is closed to the public, with only select attendees, including stars who may not have been at the Oscars, allowed entry.
Meet the Hosts of the Red Carpet
This year's red-carpet coverage will be co-hosted by a trio of internet personalities: Quenlin Blackwell, Brittany Broski, and Jake Shane, the host of the Therapuss podcast. Their involvement marks a shift towards digital influencers in high-profile entertainment events. Last year, The Independent's Kevin E G Perry provided insider insights, describing the party as a blend of highbrow and lowbrow vibes, with cocktails like old fashioneds and white negronis served alongside In-N-Out burgers, creating an atmosphere where even the famous can feel starstruck.
Oscars Ceremony and Nominations Overview
The 98th Academy Awards ceremony is set to start at 4:00 PM Pacific Time (7:00 PM Eastern Time), with official pre-ceremony red-carpet coverage beginning at 3:30 PM PT (6:30 PM ET) on ABC and Hulu. E! News will offer early coverage starting at 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET). In terms of nominations, the 2026 Oscars feature a highly competitive race. Ryan Coogler's vampire horror film "Sinners," starring Michael B. Jordan as twins, leads with 16 nominations, a record in Oscars history. It is closely followed by Paul Thomas Anderson's action drama "One Battle After Another" with 13 nods.
Other notable nominees include Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" adaptation and Josh Safdie's ping pong drama "Marty Supreme," each with nine nominations, while Chloé Zhao's Shakespeare-inspired "Hamnet" enters the competition with eight. This year's event promises to be a thrilling night for film enthusiasts and celebrities alike, capped off by Vanity Fair's iconic afterparty celebration.
