Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams Shine at the 2026 Oscars

All eyes were on the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards, and Paul Mescal and his girlfriend, Gracie Abrams, were among the most stylish couples in attendance. Although Mescal’s film, Hamnet, received multiple nominations including Best Picture, the night was also a celebration of Irish talent with Jessie Buckley taking home the award for Best Actress.

A Stylish Pair

Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams made a striking appearance, with Mescal opting for a classic black tuxedo. Abrams complemented his look in a two-piece black ensemble with sequined detailing. Cosmopolitan noted their undeniable chemistry, describing it as “rom-com levels of cute.” The couple, who reportedly began dating in 2024, made their red carpet debut at the BAFTAs last month.

Supporting the Cast and Crew

Though Mescal wasn’t nominated for an individual award this year, he attended the ceremony to support his Hamnet co-star, Jessie Buckley, who made history as the first Irish woman to win Best Actress. Mescal also presented the award for Best Casting, which went to Cassandra Kulukundis for One Battle after Another. Abrams shared her admiration for Buckley and Mescal in a January post, praising their performances and the film’s director, Chloé Zhao, stating, “Thank god for what they made.”

Other Notable Moments

The 2026 Oscars also saw appearances from other stars, including Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas (fresh off a trip to Dublin), and Demi Moore in a feathered frock.

Paul Mescal’s upcoming role as Paul McCartney in the forthcoming Beatles biopics is highly anticipated.