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Markiplier Invited to Attend the 98th Academy Awards

Markiplier Invited to Attend the 98th Academy Awards
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March 15, 2026

YouTuber Markiplier, whose real name is Mark Fischbach, says he has received an official invitation to attend the 98th Academy Awards. He shared on his Distractible podcast that he’ll be going as a guest, even though he isn’t nominated or involved in presenting this year.

Evidence of his attendance also surfaced in photos circulating online showing seating placards inside the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. One card listed “Markiplier” alongside the headshot of the popular creator.

The invitation comes shortly after the independent release of Markiplier’s horror film Iron Lung, which premiered on January 30, 2026. The project, based on the cult horror game of the same name, marks his most ambitious filmmaking effort to date.

Because Iron Lung released in 2026, it was not eligible for the current Academy Awards, which honor films released in 2025. The movie could potentially qualify for nominations at the 2027 Oscars instead.

Markiplier has long been one of YouTube’s most recognizable creators, with millions of subscribers across his channels. In recent years he has broadened into filmmaking, producing works like the interactive YouTube series A Heist with Markiplier and In Space with Markiplier before directing Iron Lung.

The 98th Academy Awards are hosted by Conan O’Brien and will air live on March 15 at 7 p.m. ET on ABC and Hulu.

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