Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams Coordinate Looks at 2026 Oscars

The couple made their red carpet debut at the BAFTAs earlier this year.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 3:10am

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Actors Paul Mescal and singer Gracie Abrams, who have been romantically linked since 2024, made a coordinated appearance on the red carpet at the 2026 Academy Awards in Los Angeles. Mescal's film Hamnet is nominated for Best Picture, and his co-star Jessie Buckley is the frontrunner for Best Actress.

Why it matters

Mescal and Abrams' red carpet appearance at the Oscars marks a significant milestone in their relationship, as the couple has kept much of their romance private since first being linked in 2024. Their coordinated looks also showcase their fashion sense and the strength of their partnership.

The details

For the Oscars, Mescal wore a suit with Cartier jewelry, while Abrams complemented him in a two-piece Chanel bodice and skirt set, accessorized with Tiffany & Co. jewelry. Earlier this year, Abrams posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram to Mescal and his Hamnet co-stars, praising the film and the actors' performances.

  • Mescal and Abrams made their red carpet debut at the BAFTA Awards in London last month.
  • The couple returned to the red carpet for the Academy Awards in Los Angeles this evening.

The players

Paul Mescal

An Irish actor known for his role in the film Hamnet, which is nominated for Best Picture at the 2026 Oscars.

Gracie Abrams

An American singer-songwriter who has been romantically linked to Paul Mescal since 2024.

Jessie Buckley

An Irish actress who co-stars with Paul Mescal in Hamnet and is the frontrunner for the Best Actress Oscar.

Chloé Zhao

The director of the film Hamnet.

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What they’re saying

“I've found it nearly impossible to find the words to describe the weight of this film and the way it has remained in my bones since I saw it for the first time, but we are sat in the kitchen right now, and I am looking back on these pictures and got immediately teary, so I'm just going to say that Chloé [Zhao, the film's director] is singular. Jessie [Buckley, Mescal's co-star] is singular. Paul is singular. Thank god for what they made. Go see it and you will be better off.”

— Gracie Abrams

“P❤️ Clemmy❤️ My whole heart!!!!!!!!! I love February 2… Happy birthday❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️I love you both more than words could ever describe. Thank you for making everything better.”

— Gracie Abrams

The takeaway

Mescal and Abrams' coordinated Oscars appearance showcases their growing relationship and the impact of Mescal's acclaimed performance in Hamnet, which has earned him and his co-stars widespread critical acclaim.