Conan O’Brien’s Oscars Monologue Revives Leonardo DiCaprio Meme
Conan O’Brien’s return to hosting the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, was marked by a flurry of jokes and a viral moment involving Leonardo DiCaprio. O’Brien refreshed a classic internet meme featuring the actor during his opening monologue, eliciting a reaction from DiCaprio himself and sparking online buzz.
O’Brien’s Opening and Hollywood Roasts
The comedian kicked off the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles with a self-deprecating joke about being “the last human Oscars host.” He then proceeded to playfully roast several nominees and Hollywood trends. O’Brien addressed recent comments made by Timothée Chalamet regarding ballet and opera, joking about potential security concerns from those communities People.
The DiCaprio Meme is Born (Again)
In a highlight of the night, O’Brien introduced a latest Leonardo DiCaprio meme, captioned “TFW You Didn’t Agree to This,” featuring the actor sporting a mustache. The moment was met with laughter from the audience and a visibly amused reaction from DiCaprio E! Online. The new meme is expected to join the ranks of DiCaprio’s previous viral moments, including those from The Great Gatsby and Django Unchained E! Online.
Other Notable Moments from the 2026 Oscars
Beyond the meme, the 2026 Oscars featured several other memorable moments. Sinners led the night with a record 16 nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Original Screenplay for Ryan Coogler. Michael B. Jordan, who played twins in Sinners, was also singled out by O’Brien for his versatility. The ceremony also included a shocking tie and Amy Madigan’s Aunt Gladys makeup from Weapons was referenced during O’Brien’s entrance E! Online.
Reaction and Viral Spread
Following the monologue, the DiCaprio meme quickly spread online, garnering over 370,000 views and 10,000 likes on X (formerly Twitter) within hours NewsMeaww. The moment underscored O’Brien’s ability to connect with audiences through humor and his knack for creating viral content.