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- Jessie Buckley is 1/4 favourite to win Best Actress for her role in Hamnet.
- Renate Reinsve and Rose Byrne follow at 8/1 in the early market.
- Oscars 2026 ceremony takes place on 15 March at the Dolby Theatre in LA.
Jessie Buckley Leads Oscars 2026 Best Actress Betting Market
Early Oscars betting odds for the 2026 Best Actress award have been released, with Jessie Buckley the overwhelming favourite for her role in Hamnet.
The Irish actress has been lauded for her performance in the historical drama and bookmakers have placed her at 1/4 to take home the trophy.
The 96th Academy Awards will be held on March 15, 2026, with comedian Conan O'Brien set to host the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Official nominations are expected on Thursday, January 22.
William Hill's early market gives Buckley an implied probability of 80% of winning Best Actress.
2026 Oscars Best Actress Odds
| Actress | Film | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jessie Buckley | Hamnet | 1/4 | 80.0% |
| Renate Reinsve | Sentimental Value | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Rose Byrne | If I Had Legs I'd Kick You | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Cynthia Erivo | Wicked: For Good | 12/1 | 7.7% |
| Emma Stone | Bugonia | 12/1 | 7.7% |
| Kate Hudson | Song Song Blue | 12/1 | 7.7% |
Cynthia Erivo In Running
Wicked actress Cynthia Erivo features in the market for her role in the latest Wicked movie.
Erivo could become the youngest EGOT winner with an Oscar win the only one eluding her so far.
The British actress has already won an Emmy, a Grammy and a Tony in her career.
She currently sits at 12/1 to wrap up the EGOT and finally grab her hands on an Oscar.
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