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Timothée Chalamet and Michael B.Jordan are two of the top contenders for Best Actor at the Oscars in 2026 — Timothée for his performance in Marty Supreme and Michael for his dual role as twins in Sinners. As awards season comes to an end soon, fans are wondering which of the two will win the Academy Award for Actor in a Leading Role.
The odds were initially in Timothée’s favor at the beginning of 2026, but they’ve now tipped over to Michael’s side with some saying both actors have an equal chance of clinching the award.
Has Michael B.Jordan Ever Won an Oscar?
No, Michael has not taken home an Oscar before but has won several accolades throughout his career including the most recent Actor Award for his performance in Sinners.
During his Actor Awards speech, Michael thanked his mother for “driving me back and forth to New York when we didn’t have enough money to go through the Holland Tunnel.”
“That kid from North Jersey is standing here right now,” said the Creed star during his speech.
Michael is also the recipient of several awards including the Critics Choice Awards for Best Actor in a Horror Movie and multiple Black Reel Awards.
Has Timothée Chalamet Ever Won an Oscar?
No, Timothée has not won an Oscar either but he has been nominated for his performances in Call Me By Your Name and A Complete Unknown . Timothée won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actor and the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for Marty Supreme.
It’s known that Timothée has wanted an Academy Award for years and has spoken about how it feels to lose at awards shows.
“If there are five people at an awards show and four people go home losing, you don’t think those four people are at the restaurant like, ‘Damn, we didn’t win?’” he explained.
In an interview back in late 2024, Timothée reflected on his fourth Golden Globes nomination without winning.
“There’s nothing more uniquely hilarious than tearing up that little thing you never had to use,” said Timothée.
Who Votes for Best Actor at the Oscars?
Members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences vote for their favorite actor with over 10,000 members in total.
How Does an Actor Win an Oscar?
A person wins after months of campaigning throughout awards season with decisions ultimately made by Academy members.
Who Will Win Best Actor at the Oscars?
Initial reports suggested Timothée was expected to win but numbers have shifted to Michael days ahead of the awards show.
Now that both actors have taken home several awards this season, it could go to anyone.
