Jessie Buckley Makes Her “Hamnet” Costar Emily Watson Cry
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JESSIE Buckley is on a winning streak after nabbing another gong at the Actor Awards last night. The Kerry star scooped Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role at the 2026
Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Hudson among Hollywood stars at Baftas - Gillian Anderson, Emily Watson, Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley were also photographed on the red carpet in central London.
A quiet and intimate look at love and loss, ‘Hamnet’ focuses on human moments instead of dramatic highs. It leans on silence and subtle performances to express the pain of a family changed forever.
Buckley has been nominated for a best actress Oscar for her portrayal of William Shakespeare's wife in Hamnet. The film "brought me into this next chapter of my life as a mother," Buckley says.
Hamnet director Chloe Zhao says the hit film has ‘some energy’ from Ireland - The film, which took home two gongs at this years’ Bafta film awards, showcases Irish talent.