Ryan Coogler's Emotional Oscars Win: Heartfelt Tribute to Family & Kids

• Ryan Coogler won Best Original Screenplay at the 2026 Oscars for his film Sinners, marking its first win despite 16 nominations.
• He delivered an emotional speech, thanking the Academy, fellow nominees, and acknowledging his roots in Richmond, Oakland, California.
• Coogler paid a special tribute to his wife Zinzi Coogler, a producer on Sinners, calling her the "best wife and mom in the world."
• He also thanked his parents, present at the ceremony, for their unwavering support.
• The director shared a touching message for his three children watching at home, apologizing for time away and declaring, "Dad loves you more than anything."