Kieran Culkin, Jeremy Strong Compete for Best Supporting Actor Oscar

At the 2025 Oscars, Succession stars Jeremy Strong and Kieran Culkin will face off in the Best Supporting Actor category, marking a significant moment as both actors receive their first Oscar nominations. Strong is recognized for his portrayal of Roy Cohn in The Apprentice, while Culkin earned his nod for his role as Benji in A Real Pain. The competition in the category also includes Edward Norton, Guy Pearce, and Yura Borisov. Both actors have a history of competing against each other at the Emmys, with Strong previously winning the award in 2020 and Culkin securing a win in 2024. Culkin's performance has garnered him significant acclaim, including a Golden Globe, and he has been seen as a frontrunner for the Oscar. Their interactions during the awards season have been marked by playful jabs, adding to the drama of their competition.