Sean Penn secured his third Academy Award for best supporting role in "One Battle After Another," yet absent from the ceremony as he reportedly traveled to Ukraine. The 65-year-old actor has established a pattern of skipping awards shows, with his recent win continuing a career marked by both critical acclaim and political activism.

Penn's decision to bypass Hollywood's biggest night for Ukraine reflects his deep involvement in the country since Russia's 2022 invasion. The actor has formed a friendship with Ukrainian President Zelensky, even gifting him one of his previous Oscars as a symbolic gesture during the ongoing conflict, highlighting his prioritization of international causes over industry events.

This latest Oscar win solidifies Penn's status as one of Hollywood's most decorated actors with three awards from six nominations. His consistent choice to forgo award celebrations demonstrates his complex relationship with fame and his established history of activism that predates his recent Ukraine involvement, dating back to his opposition to the Iraq War in 2002.