The Best Moments and Standout Looks From the 2026 SAG Awards in 30+ Photos

Relive the most emotional wins and daring fashion choices from the 2026 Actor Awards. From Harrison Ford's tearful speech to Michael J. Fox's surprise guest, we have all the must-see moments.

The 32nd annual Actor Awards just wrapped at the Shrine Auditorium, and the night was anything but predictable.

While the trophies were the main event, a series of unscripted family reveals and "did that really happen?" fashion choices stole the spotlight.

Family First on the Red Carpet

Timothee Chalamet arrived at the Shrine Auditorium looking incredibly suave in a white blazer and black trousers, but it was his guest who had everyone talking.

The 30-year-old "Marty Supreme" star decided to skip the traditional date and brought his mom, Nicole Flender, who popped in a bright pink dress.

Teyana Taylor also made the night a family affair, walking the carpet in a bodice designed to resemble the female torso. Her daughter, Rue Rose Shumpert, acted as her stylist by helping lay out her mother's long, shimmering train.

Fans were quick to weigh in on the duo, with comments ranging from "BEST DRESSED ON EVERY RED CARPET!!!" and "She is a copy and paste of her mother. 💗" to "Beautiful baby girl looking like her daddy" and "Her mini me assistant." One viewer even noted, "That baby needed a fancy dress too."

Risk Takers and Fashion Fails

Gwyneth Paltrow arrived in a plunging lingerie-inspired gown that left nerizens totally confused. One observer bluntly asked, "Is the gown on backwards?" while another wondered, "Where's the rest of her dress? 🤷🏻‍♀️" A third added, "She's beautiful but she doesn't look comfortable or confident."

Demi Moore's sculptural look also missed the mark for some, specifically a massive white tulle piece on the back. "That's a big bunny tail..." one fan commented on Facebook, while another asked, "What’s on her right hand? Brass knuckles?" One critic even joked, "Looks like she's wearing a car seat! 🤣"

Jenna Ortega also leaned into the lingerie trend with a slip dress that featured a lace-torn bodice. While she looked stunning with Gothic makeup, some fans were disappointed. One critic wrote, "Sorry, but it looks like a nightgown," while another said, "I love her, but not the slip. It's ripped to shreds."

Sarah Pidgeon took a major risk in a dusty-pink double balloon maxi dress with an exaggerated silhouette. Unfortunately, the look did not receive the best reviews. "Worst dress I've ever seen 😳" commented one harsh viewer. Another simply stated, "She's beautiful the dress not so much."

Jaw-Dropping Reactions and Emotional Speeches

The crowd went wild when Viola Davis took the stage to announce the winner for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role. Davis was so stunned by the result that her mouth hung open as she stared at the envelope.

"You are shining!" she yelled before calling out Michael B. Jordan's name to a thunderous room. Jordan, who attended the event with his mother Donna Jordan, was clearly moved, sharing quick embraces with Delroy Lindo and Ethan Hawke before heading up to celebrate his victory for "Sinners."

The internet couldn't get enough of Viola's energy, with fans calling it the "highlight of the season!!!!" and noted "viola and sam jackson cheering when michael and sinners won were real highlights tonight."

Another fan added, "That announcement was the highlight of the night in my opinion; her being emotional was so contagious."

The emotional peak of the night came when Harrison Ford received a lifetime achievement award. The legendary actor was visibly crying as he thanked his wife, Calista Flockhart, and his family for their love.

Earlier in the evening, the couple had a clumsy moment on the carpet where Flockhart nearly lost her footing. After she stabilized, she wiped lipstick off Ford's cheek, prompting him to roll his eyes — a moment that sparked a huge debate online.

Comments ranged from "He looks annoyed" and "She looks goofy and awkward.. he looks slightly annoyed, maybe be embarrassed. Cute moment? 🙄" to "That was awkward!! But they have been married for a long time" and "He looked so cute when she did that. She makes him feel young."

Michael J. Fox's Surprise Date Steals the Show

Perhaps the most touching moment belonged to Michael J. Fox, who made a rare appearance for the show's "I Am an Actor" segment. After receiving a standing ovation, he shared the story of meeting his wife, Tracy Pollan, on "Family Ties."

Fox listed his children by name—Schuyler, Aquinnah, Esmé, and Sam—before the camera panned to reveal his unexpected date for the night. Sitting right next to him was his 36-year-old son, Sam.

The Back to the Future legend pointed to Sam and joked, “By the way, he’s not an actor. He is just my date.” The comment drew massive laughter, proving that even after decades in the spotlight, Fox still knows how to steal the show.