Conan O’Brien Steers a Turbulent Oscar Night With Calm Wit
Conan O’Brien delivers a deft, steady hosting turn at the 98th Academy Awards, keeping the show lively with humor and sincerity even as the telecast is plagued by glitchy sound, puzzling cutaways, and erratic direction; despite technical chaos, historic wins (Autumn Durald Arkapaw, Amy Madigan) and Conan’s closing tributes underscore a night of memorable moments.