British stars Daniel Kaluuya and Emerald Fennell were among the early Oscar winners as Hollywood’s biggest night took place in Los Angeles.
Kaluuya, born in London to Ugandan parents, was recognised for his portrayal of Black Panther leader Fred Hampton in Judas And The Black Messiah.
He won best supporting actor.
Fennell, who won best original screenplay for her directorial debut Promising Young Woman, fought back tears as she delivered her improvised acceptance speech.
Emerald Fennell is now an Oscar winner (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, Pool)
Looking at her statuette, she said: “He’s so heavy and he’s so cold.”