'Oppenheimer' sweeps SAG Awards, boosting Oscars chances

History is made as 'The Bear' conquers SAG Awards ceremony

The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards ceremony has been held in Los Angeles, recognising the best performances across film and television of 2022. Irish actor Cillian Murphy added another trophy to the cabinet for Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' movie, taking home the award for best movie actor. The film also won the award for best movie cast, which historically has been a strong indicator of the Oscars best picture winner.

Golden girls: Historical epic 'Oppenheimer' takes three awards

Awarding the cast of 'Oppenheimer' best movie cast, SAG-AFTRA actors stated, "We are actors who live to play actors. And nobody understands what actors bring to the party better than other actors. This cast did something truly remarkable. They invited us along on an emotional journey that spanned decades and changed the course of history."

History enthusiast and star of 'The Crown' Elizabeth Debicki was surprised by her win, taking home the award for best drama actress for her portrayal of Princess Diana. In complete shock, Debicki said, "Oh my goodness, thank you so much. This is so amazing, I did not expect this at all," referring to her peers as "wonderful" and "a complete joy."

Star of 'The Last of Us' Pedro Pascal took the trophy for best drama actor for his performance in the videogame adaptation. Looking drunk, Pascal modestly addressed the crowd, saying, "I'm a little drunk, but I wanted to be drunk. I thought I could drink my nerves away, but I'm making a fool of myself. Thank you so much!"

Freshest faces: 'The Bear' takes home three awards

In the television categories, the cast of 'The Bear', an FX restaurant drama, took home the award for best television comedy cast. Stars of the show Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri also won for best comedy actor and actress for their performances.

Speaking to fellow actors White said, "I am so honoured to be in this community... I had no backup plan." Edebiri, who played the daughter of White's character, said, "Oh my god, I don't have enough words. And I'm gonna use all of my steroids right here... I am so grateful."

The beloved drama 'Succession' claimed the best television drama cast award for its second season, whilst 'The Crown' took home the best television drama award for the fourth time.

Legend: Barbra Streisand receives a lifetime achievement honour

Barbra Streisand, the award-winning actor, producer, director, singer, and writer, was presented with a lifetime achievement honour. Streisand aptly concluded the SAG Awards ceremony, noting that she had once attended a SAG event with her father, who had wanted to be an actor. She said, "It meant so much to him that I cannot tell you. It was such a highlight, and he said, 'Babs, if you could just get one of these in your life, you'll have pride'," choking up. "I know my dad is smiling at me right now," she added, "so thank you, SAG."

Throughout her speech, Streisand highlight the importance of organising as a union, stating that she had recently completed a film where the crew were all union employees, remarking, "It's important that we do this because we have to take care of each other."