Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen visibly irritated as paparazzi captured them before baby’s due date

The 2026 Oscars might have been a record-breaking night for the film Sinners, but its star, Hailee Steinfeld, and her husband, Bills QB Josh Allen, had a much more important "production" to focus on at home.While the rest of Hollywood was walking the red carpet, the couple was spotted keeping a very low profile in California.

New photos have surfaced of the pair looking a bit tense as paparazzi caught them during a quick outing in Orange County.

It’s no surprise they’re protective of their space, the couple is officially on "Baby Watch" with their first child due any day now.

Hailee Steinfeld skips 2026 Oscars amid pregnancy as Josh Allen stands by during “baby watch” phase

The latest pictures of Hailee and Josh show them coming out of a car, with Hailee seeming a bit annoyed at the paparazzi as she tries to keep things low-key. They haven’t said anything, but her expression was enough to send a message: respect their privacy.

Hailee’s latest film, Sinners, made Academy Award history this year with a staggering 16 nominations. Despite the buzz, Hailee chose to swap a ballgown for comfort, staying home to "hunker down" before the big arrival.The night wasn’t without a tribute to her, though. Her co-star Michael B. Jordan took home the Oscar for Best Actor and used his acceptance speech to give a heartfelt shout-out to "Hailee at home," confirming she was busy "getting ready to have a baby right now."

It’s been a whirlwind year for the A-list duo. After a private, romantic wedding in Montecito in May 2025, they announced their pregnancy in December with a sweet video filmed at their home in Buffalo. Since then, they’ve transitioned back to California to prepare for their new addition.Josh Allen, usually known for his calm under pressure on the field, has been vocal about his excitement for this new chapter. He recently called becoming a father the "most important thing" he’ll ever do.The latest paparazzi shots show a side of the couple we don't often see. Known for being relatively open on Hailee’s Beau Society newsletter where she recently shared gorgeous, gingham-themed baby shower photos, the couple has clearly reached their limit with the "lens-men."With a newborn on the way and the pressure of a historic awards season behind them, the Allens seem ready to trade the spotlight for some much-needed family privacy.