The 2026 award season was ushered in with the glitz and glamour of the Critics Choice Awards, which took place on Sunday night. Despite the uncharacteristic Los Angeles rain, a constellation of stars, including Ariana Grande, Timothée Chalamet, and Leonardo DiCaprio, made their way to the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, to be part of this illustrious event.

Though the evening was filled with memorable moments broadcasted to audiences worldwide—such as a heartfelt homage to Rob and Michele Reiner and Timothée Chalamet’s endearing nod to his girlfriend Kylie Jenner—much of the magic unfolded behind the scenes.

For those who couldn’t catch every highlight, here’s a glimpse into the unseen moments from the 2026 Critics Choice Awards.

Catch a sneak peek at these exclusive snapshots from the event, offering a closer look at the evening’s highlights.