From Mexico to the world, these are the Mexicans who took the golden statuette home at the 2026 Oscars

• Filmmaker Guillermo del Toro marked a historic milestone by conquering multiple key categories for his acclaimed production Frankenstein, representing a massive feat for all Mexicans.
• The technical mastery of Cruz Contreras proved fundamental for KPop Demon Hunters as it secured the prestigious award for Best Animated Feature.
• Mexico reaffirmed its position as a global cinematic powerhouse, with various nationals leaving their indelible mark in visual effects, costume design, and narrative categories.

Last Sunday, March 15, the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles witnessed an unforgettable night for the seventh art. In a year where expectations reached sky-high levels, talent born in Mexican lands stood out brilliantly, shining in a ceremony that also shattered historic audience records. From the early hours of the event, the Latino community in The United States and Mexico followed every category closely, celebrating with euphoria as the names of their compatriots resonated with strength before the most important spotlights in the international film industry.

Guillermo del Toro: An undisputed master of storytelling

Director Guillermo del Toro reaffirmed his creative genius with Frankenstein, a project that captured the Academy’s attention from the first moment; in fact, the Guadalajara native managed to take home fundamental statuettes for Best Makeup and Hairstyling, in addition to Best Costume Design. These victories recognize not only the tireless effort of Del Toro but also the flawless work of an entire team that successfully converted his vision into a piece of visual art, captivating both the jury and the audience alike.

Cruz Contreras and the impact of animation

The representation of the Mexicans also made its mark in the animation world thanks to the outstanding work of Cruz Antonio Contreras Mastache, as his contribution to the special effects in the film KPop Demon Hunters proved vital for the movie to win the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. Contreras, who now establishes himself as a recurring figure at major awards shows, demonstrates once again that Mexican ingenuity competes and wins in the most demanding leagues of the entertainment world.

An inspiring presence for new generations

Although the competition remained fierce, figures like José Antonio García and Ivel Hernández also elevated the nation’s name in technical categories. García competed for Best Sound for Una Batalla después de otra, while Hernández left her mark on Best Visual Effects with Avatar: Fire and Ash. Meanwhile, Nidia Santiago added prestige to the Mexicans and Latinos in general with her nomination for Best Animated Feature for the French co-production Little Amélie. These achievements send a powerful message to new generations: Mexican cinema knows no borders and its capacity to tell stories remains a fundamental pillar of international film, as this night will go down as a brilliant page where the hard work, passion and creativity of our community served as true protagonists.