Adams has received six Oscar nominations in her illustrious career for her outstanding performances in movies such as “Doubt,” “The Fighter,” and “American Hustle.” Her most recent nod came in 2019 for her portrayal of Lynne Cheney in Adam McKay’s “Vice.”
Bradley Cooper has garnered an impressive 12 Oscar nominations spanning various categories including best actor, best supporting actor, best picture, and screenplay for films like “Silver Linings Playbook,” “A Star Is Born,” and “Maestro.” However, his Oscars campaign for “Maestro” in 2024 faced backlash due to his promotional approach.
Despite starring in acclaimed films like “Hustle & Flow” and “Hidden Figures,” Henson has surprisingly only received one Oscar nomination so far, for best supporting actress in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” in 2009.
At just 30 years old, Ronan has already earned four Oscar nominations, starting from her first nod at the age of 13 for “Atonement” in 2008 to her most recent nomination for “Little Women” in 2020.
Gerwig, the accomplished American director and screenwriter, has also received four Oscar nominations, with her latest nod in 2024 for “Barbie.” Anderson, known for films like “There Will Be Blood” and “Licorice Pizza,” has earned 11 Oscar nominations in various categories.
Close, recognized for her performances in “The World According to Garp” and “Hillbilly Elegy,” has received eight Oscar nominations. Harris, a distinguished character actor, has four nominations to his name, with his last in 2003 for “The Hours.”
Cheadle, known for his role in “Hotel Rwanda,” has received one Oscar nomination.
Ralph Fiennes has been nominated for all components of an EGOT – Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards. Fiennes has received three Oscar nominations, including a best actor nod this year for his role as Cardinal Lawrence in “Conclave.” He was previously nominated in 1996 for “The English Patient” and in 1994 for his role in “Schindler’s List.”
Michelle Williams has earned five Oscar nominations, with her most recent one in 2023 for her leading role in “The Fabelmans.” Edward Norton has been nominated for four Oscars for his roles in “Primal Fear,” “American History X,” “Birdman,” and the Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown.”
David Fincher has three Oscar nominations for best director for “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” “The Social Network,” and “Mank.” Cynthia Erivo is nominated for her third Oscar this year for her performance in “Wicked,” having been previously nominated in 2020 for “Harriet.”
Sigourney Weaver has received three Oscar nominations, including one for best actress in 1987 for her role in “Aliens.” Tom Cruise, known for his action films, has also been recognized with four Oscar nominations, including one for his supporting role in “Magnolia” in 2000.
Annette Bening has been nominated for four Oscars.
Actress Kathleen Kennedy has received a total of eight Oscar nominations throughout her illustrious career. Known for her work as a producer and the current president of Lucasfilm, Kennedy has been recognized for her contributions to outstanding films, such as the beloved classic “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” and the powerful drama “The Color Purple” from 1985, as well as the gripping thriller “The Sixth Sense.” Despite her numerous accolades, winning the prestigious award has eluded her thus far.
Renowned filmmaker Ridley Scott has garnered four Oscar nominations over the years. With a career spanning back to the late ’70s, Scott is celebrated for his stylish and visually striking movies. While his epic film “Gladiator” secured the best picture award in 2001, Scott himself was not credited as one of the producers, resulting in a missed opportunity for an Oscar win. However, he did receive a nomination for best director, ultimately losing to Steven Soderbergh. Other notable nominations for Scott include best director nods for “Thelma & Louise” and “Black Hawk Down,” as well as a best picture nomination as a producer for the critically acclaimed “The Martian” starring Matt Damon.
Liam Neeson, the talented actor, has received one Oscar nomination to his name. Recognized for his remarkable portrayal of Oskar Schindler in the iconic film “Schindler’s List” in 1994, Neeson found himself competing for the best actor award against Tom Hanks, who delivered a memorable performance as Andrew Beckett in Jonathan Demme’s “Philadelphia.” Despite his outstanding work in the industry, Neeson has yet to secure an Oscar win.
