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10 Actors Who Surprisingly Never Won An Oscar

10 Actors Who Surprisingly Never Won An Oscar

Berfin Ceren Meray
March 14 2024 - 10:40pm

In the glitzy world of Hollywood, the Oscars stand as the pinnacle of recognition for actors, a symbol of their craft's highest honor. However, despite their talent, dedication, and numerous accolades, some actors find themselves perennially overlooked by the Academy. In this exploration, we delve into the journeys of ten remarkable actors who, despite their stellar performances, have yet to secure that elusive golden statuette. From perennial nominees to unexpected omissions, their stories shed light on the complexities of success in Tinseltown and the enduring pursuit of artistic validation. Join us as we uncover the narratives behind these esteemed actors who, despite their impressive resumes, remain conspicuously absent from the list of Oscar winners.

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Mark Ruffalo

Mark Ruffalo

Over the past twelve years, Mark Ruffalo has been nominated for four Oscars for his acting prowess, yet the coveted moment of delivering an acceptance speech at the Academy Awards has eluded him so far.

Angela Bassett

Angela Bassett

In 1994, Angela Bassett received acclaim for her portrayal of Tina Turner in 'What’s Love Got to Do With It,' earning her a Best Actress nomination. Decades later, her compelling performance as Queen Ramonda in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' earned her a nod for Best Supporting Actress. Although the honor went to Jamie Lee Curtis for 'Everything Everywhere All at Once,' Bassett finally clinched an Oscar this January, receiving an honorary statue.

Colin Farrell

Colin Farrell

Two decades have passed since Colin Farrell's breakout role alongside Tom Cruise in 'Minority Report.' Since then, he has captivated audiences with his versatility, from black comedies like 'In Bruges' to TV reboots like 'Miami Vice.' Despite his consistent brilliance, Farrell received his first Oscar nomination last year for his understated performance in 'The Banshees of Inisherin,' though Brendan Fraser took home the award for 'The Whale.'

Michelle Williams

Michelle Williams

Michelle Williams boasts an impressive tally of five Oscar nominations for her acting prowess, yet the coveted statuette has remained elusive. In 2023, her portrayal of a character inspired by Steven Spielberg's mother in 'The Fabelmans' earned her another Best Actress nomination, but she lost out to Michelle Yeoh.

Antonio Banderas

Antonio Banderas

Spanish heartthrob Antonio Banderas earned his first Best Actor Oscar nomination in 2019 for 'Pain and Glory,' yet the golden statuette has remained out of reach. Despite also receiving five Golden Globe nominations without a win, Banderas continues to grace the screen with his presence.

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Saoirse Ronan

Saoirse Ronan

Saoirse Ronan earned her fourth Oscar nomination for her role in 'Little Women,' adding to her impressive list of nods for 'Atonement,' 'Brooklyn,' and 'Lady Bird.'

Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe, despite multiple nominations over the years, including for 'At Eternity’s Gate,' still awaits his Oscar moment. His exclusion from the 2024 nominations for 'Poor Things' seems like a long-overdue recognition missed.

Michelle Pfeiffer

Michelle Pfeiffer

Despite her illustrious career, Michelle Pfeiffer is yet to win an Oscar despite being nominated three times. Nonetheless, she continues to grace the silver screen, most recently starring alongside Michael Douglas in 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.'

Edward Norton

Edward Norton

Edward Norton's three Oscar nominations, spanning from 1997 to 2015, have not culminated in a win, despite his recognition at the Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild awards. The elusive Oscar remains a quest for Norton.

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