‘Bridesmaids’ & Marvel Reunions Set for 2026 Oscars, Plus More Highlights of Creative Team Press Conference

The rumors were true. There will be a Bridesmaids cast reunion on the 2026 Oscars , to mark the 15th anniversary of the beloved hit comedy. Cast members Maya Rudolph and current Oscar nominee Rose Byrne had already been announced as presenters, but the reunion is likely to also include Kristen Wiig and Melissa McCarthy, who were Oscar-nominated for best original screenplay and best supporting actress, respectively, for their work on the film.

Raj Kapoor, executive producer and showrunner for the Oscars, announced the reunion in a press conference with key members of the creative team that was held via Zoom on Wednesday (March 11). “We are very excited to announce that we have a Bridesmaids reunion that is going to be very special. And there’s also going to be a Marvel reunion for the superhero fans.

So we’re gonna have superstars and superheroes. And there is also going to be an extraterrestrial on the stage. So, you can figure that one out.” Jacqueline Coley, awards editor for Rotten Tomatoes , moderated the press conference, which was held four days...