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- Where the Oscar is calling home now
- How the statuette ended up with Gregory Peck’s family
- Playful banter on Live with Kelly & Mark about “dating” Oscars
- Why this Oscar is significant to Dern’s career
- Her acceptance speech and the people she honored
- What the exchange reveals about Hollywood culture and memorabilia
Laura Dern surprised viewers with a playful revelation about her Oscar on Live with Kelly & Mark, turning a simple question about where she keeps the statuette into a charming story about Hollywood keepsakes, wildfire evacuations and celebrity camaraderie.
Where the Oscar is calling home now
Laura Dern told hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos that the Academy Award she won for Marriage Story in 2020 is currently not in her possession. Instead, the trophy is being kept in the care of Gregory Peck’s family. Dern described the arrangement with a wink, saying the award was enjoying life alongside Peck’s own Oscar from To Kill a Mockingbird. She even joked the two trophies were a little too cozy together.
How the statuette ended up with Gregory Peck’s family
Dern explained that the move was practical. When wildfires threatened the area, she needed to evacuate and entrusted her Oscar to a trusted friend. Cecilia Peck, Gregory Peck’s daughter, stepped in to look after it. The handoff was framed as a protective act, not a long-term loan, but Dern made light of the situation on live television.
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- Reason: wildfire evacuation prompted temporary relocation.
- Custodian: Cecilia Peck, daughter of Gregory Peck.
- Shared space: The Oscar is currently stored with Gregory Peck’s historic statuette.
Playful banter on Live with Kelly & Mark about “dating” Oscars
The talk-show moment quickly turned into a comedic exchange. Ripa observed that the award seemed to be “living its best life,” and Dern amplified the joke, suggesting the statuettes had formed a romantic bond. Consuelos teased that Dern might want to retrieve her trophy, but the actress feigned indecision, amused by the idea of two Oscars in a committed relationship. The hosts and guest traded lighthearted lines that kept the mood upbeat.
Moments from the segment
- Kelly Ripa: remarked on the statuette’s luxurious living arrangement.
- Mark Consuelos: asked whether Dern planned to reclaim the Oscar.
- Laura Dern: joked about being reluctant to “break them up.”
Why this Oscar is significant to Dern’s career
The award marks a major milestone in Laura Dern’s long career. She won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as a lawyer in Noah Baumbach’s Netflix film Marriage Story. It was her first Academy Award victory after several nominations, and the moment carried personal weight for the actress.
- Film: Marriage Story (Netflix)
- Role: divorce attorney
- Win: Academy Award, 2020
- Career note: first Oscar win and third nomination
Her acceptance speech and the people she honored
When Dern accepted the statuette, she used the moment to pay tribute to family and mentors. She named her children—daughter Jaya and son Ellery—and her stepchildren, Charles “CJ” and Harris, as sources of love and inspiration. She also acknowledged the actors who shaped her craft, calling out longtime influences and family members.
Dern dedicated the honor to her acting “heroes” and to her parents, Bruce Dern and Diane Ladd, who she cited as legends in her life. She described the award as a treasured gift and spoke about how meaningful it was to receive it on her birthday.
What the exchange reveals about Hollywood culture and memorabilia
The episode offered a small glimpse into how awards and mementos are treated within Hollywood circles. Oscars often carry sentimental value and can become part of family legacies, museum displays, or temporary safekeeping arrangements. Dern’s story underscores both the personal meaning of trophies and the practical steps celebrities take during emergencies like wildfires.
- Awards as family heirlooms and conversation pieces
- Temporary custody used for safety during crises
- Lighthearted public conversation helps humanize celebrities
