Sarah Snook Skips 2026 SAG Actor Awards

The Australian actress previously won for her work on 'Succession.'

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Sarah Snook, the acclaimed Australian actress known for her role in the hit series 'Succession,' was noticeably absent from the 32nd annual Actor Awards (formerly the SAG Awards) on Sunday evening. Snook was nominated for outstanding performance by an actress in a television movie or limited series for her work in the Peacock miniseries 'All Her Fault,' but ultimately lost to Michelle Williams for 'Dying for Sex.' Despite the missed opportunity, Snook has previously won two Actor Awards as part of the 'Succession' ensemble cast in 2022 and 2024.

Why it matters

Snook's absence from the high-profile awards show was notable, as she has become a rising star in the entertainment industry in recent years. Her acclaimed performance in 'Succession' has earned her critical acclaim and industry recognition, making her a regular fixture at major awards ceremonies. Her decision to skip this year's Actor Awards has sparked speculation about her reasons, though she has indicated a desire to pursue different creative projects that challenge her as an actress.

The details

In a recent interview, Snook discussed her approach to choosing new roles after the success of 'Succession,' stating that her 'plan going forward was always choosing things that are different' and that she never wants to 'compare' her work to the acclaimed drama series. She was recently spotted in Sydney at Tropfest 2026, a celebration of up-and-coming filmmakers, where she discussed the democratization of filmmaking and the opportunities available to aspiring creators. Snook's latest project, the Peacock miniseries 'All Her Fault,' co-stars Dakota Fanning and Jake Lacy and explores themes of class, trust, and the challenges of modern parenting.

  • Sarah Snook was nominated for an Actor Award for her work in 'All Her Fault' on Sunday, March 2, 2026.
  • Snook previously won Actor Awards in 2022 and 2024 as part of the 'Succession' ensemble cast.
  • Snook was recently seen in Sydney last week at Tropfest 2026, a celebration for the next generation of filmmakers in Australia.

The players

Sarah Snook

An acclaimed Australian actress known for her role in the hit series 'Succession,' for which she has won two Actor Awards.

Michelle Williams

The actress who won the Actor Award for outstanding performance by an actress in a television movie or limited series for her role in 'Dying for Sex.'

Margot Robbie

An Australian actress who was seen with Snook at Tropfest 2026 in Sydney.

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What they’re saying

“Succession was such a big, zeitgeist, huge moment thing. [It was] career-changing for me and so incredible, so my plan going forward was always choosing things that are different—but also to never compare. It's not a thing that I can ever top as an experience and as a world. It meant so much to me, so just finding something different was really important. And I feel like this is that.”

— Sarah Snook (Rolling Stone)

“I feel like there's a real democratization of late, because everyone's got an iPhone or a phone that shoots well and you can get sound on a Rode mic or whatever it is. If you are industrious and ingenious, you can create a film that could be in Tropfest.”

— Sarah Snook (Rolling Stone)

“I think we certainly play with class in this story, in All Her Fault, and partly that's because most of these working moms are relying on nannies for child care in the spaces that they can't be there because of their work. Maybe in a middle-class household, there's less reliance on nannies and more reliance on group childcare…I guess the point there is that you have to really invest in and trust the community around you, and if that trust is compromised, it makes parenting really difficult.”

— Sarah Snook (NPR)

The takeaway

Sarah Snook's absence from the 2026 Actor Awards, despite her previous wins for her work on 'Succession,' highlights her desire to pursue different creative challenges and projects that push her as an actress. Her comments about the democratization of filmmaking and her involvement in the Tropfest festival suggest a broader interest in supporting the next generation of filmmakers, even as she continues to navigate her own successful career in the industry.