Conan O'Brien References Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump in Oscars 2026 Monologue

During the 98th Academy Awards, Conan O'Brien delivered a sharp joke linking US President Donald Trump to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The comedian highlighted that while no British actors were nominated for Best Actor or Actress, the UK had recently arrested high-profile figures connected to Epstein, including Prince Andrew and former ambassador Peter Mandelson. O'Brien's monologue drew strong reactions from the Dolby Theatre audience and quickly went viral on social media, sparking discussions about Epstein's ties to prominent individuals.