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Jessie Buckley makes history becoming first Irish woman to win best actress Oscar

Jessie Buckley makes history becoming first Irish woman to win best actress Oscar

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

The 36-year-old became the first Irish actress to win the prize, taking home the award for her portrayal of William Shakespeare’s wife Agnes.
‘She’s already a winner’: Kerry town beams with pride for Jessie Buckley

‘She’s already a winner’: Kerry town beams with pride for Jessie Buckley

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

Ahead of the Oscars, locals pinned up posters in shop windows and shared their hopes for proud Kerry woman Jessie Buckley.
From TV talent show runner-up to Oscar favourite: Who is Jessie Buckley?

From TV talent show runner-up to Oscar favourite: Who is Jessie Buckley?

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

The Irish actress has already bagged a Bafta, Golden Globe and Critics Choice award for her role as the wife of William Shakespeare in Hamnet.
From TV talent show runner-up to Oscar favourite: Who is Jessie Buckley?

From TV talent show runner-up to Oscar favourite: Who is Jessie Buckley?

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

The Irish actress has already bagged a Bafta, Golden Globe and Critics Choice award for her role as the wife of William Shakespeare in Hamnet.
Oscars 2026: Who are the potential history-makers and record-breakers?

Oscars 2026: Who are the potential history-makers and record-breakers?

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Jessie Buckley, star of Hamnet, looks likely to make history for her home nation of Ireland.
Jessie Buckley says motherhood is ‘the best way to wake up in the morning’

Jessie Buckley says motherhood is ‘the best way to wake up in the morning’

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

The Bafta-award winning actress spoke ahead of the release of The Bride, which is inspired by the 1935 film The Bride Of Frankenstein.
Jessie Buckley ‘honoured’ by Oscar nomination and addresses Paul Mescal snub

Jessie Buckley ‘honoured’ by Oscar nomination and addresses Paul Mescal snub

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

The 36-year-old actress has been recognised by the Academy in the best actress category.
Congratulations pour in for Ireland’s Oscar nominees

Congratulations pour in for Ireland’s Oscar nominees

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

President Catherine Connolly led the well wishes to the Irish filmmakers named in this year’s Academy Awards shortlist.
Irish stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal tipped for Oscar nominations

Irish stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal tipped for Oscar nominations

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

The contenders will be revealed on Thursday.
Adrien Brody and Mikey Madison lead Oscar wins as Anora emerges victorious

Adrien Brody and Mikey Madison lead Oscar wins as Anora emerges victorious

Mon, 03 Mar, 2025

Anora won five gongs, with The Brutalist winning three and Wicked winning two Oscars
‘A master of his craft’: President leads congratulations to Cillian Murphy on Oscar win

‘A master of his craft’: President leads congratulations to Cillian Murphy on Oscar win

Mon, 11 Mar, 2024

Culture Minister Catherine Martin said: ‘This Oscar success is no more than he deserves and I wish him every success in all his future films.’
Oppenheimer star Cillian Murphy completes awards season domination with Oscar

Oppenheimer star Cillian Murphy completes awards season domination with Oscar

Mon, 11 Mar, 2024

The Irish star was named best actor at the Los Angeles ceremony.
Sterling K Brown on black representation in Oscar-nominated American Fiction

Sterling K Brown on black representation in Oscar-nominated American Fiction

Sat, 09 Mar, 2024

The US actor and co-star Jeffery Wright have already made Academy Award history as the first two black actors nominated for the same film.

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