Michelle Yeoh and other celebrities nominated for the first time at the Oscars

The films nominated for They were announced on January 24. In this way, we had a pleasant surprise in the acting categories: 16 actors have received a nomination for the first time.

This is a fact to highlight if we consider that they are twenty the interpreters who achieved a mention. That is, only 4 of them had already been considered in previous galas: cate blanchett (“TÁR”), Michelle Williams (“The Fabelmans”), Angela Bassett (“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”) and Judd Hirsch (“The Fabelmans”).

Do you want to know the list of these 16 stars? Next, we reveal who are all the movie legends nominated for the first time in the 95th Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Awards.

WHO ARE THE FIRST-TIME NOMINATED STARS FOR THE OSCAR 2023?

1. Jamie Lee Curtis

It seems crazy but Jamie Lee Curtis had never been considered an award nominee Oscar. The artist of the series “Halloween” currently has 64 years and compete in the category of Best Supporting Actress for his role in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” of the daniels.

Jamie Lee Curtis as Deirdre Beaubeirdra in "Everything Everywhere All at Once" (Photo: A24)

Jamie Lee Curtis as Deirdre Beaubeirdra in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” (Photo: A24)

2.Brendan Fraser

At 54 years old, brendan fraser Get your first nomination for Oscar after having interrupted his career due to the delicate case of abuse that he denounced. Now, the interpreter of classic works such as the trilogy of “The Mummy” Y “George of the Jungle” compete in the category of Best Actor for his work on the acclaimed film “The Whale” of Darren Aronofsky.

Brendan Fraser as Charlie in "The Whale" (Photo: A24)

Brendan Fraser as Charlie in “The Whale” (Photo: A24)

3.Michelle Yeoh

michelle yeoh makes history by being the first Asian actress to be nominated as Best actress at the Oscars, from merle oberon (1935). Famous for “Tomorrow Never Dies” and “The Tiger and the Dragon”the Malaysian celebrity has 60 years of age and competes for his leading role in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” of the daniels.

Michelle Yeoh in a key scene from "Everything everywhere at the same time" (Photo: A24)

Michelle Yeoh in a key scene of “Everything everywhere at the same time” (Photo: A24)

4. Ke Huy Quan

One of the great favorites of the category Best Supporting Actor is Ke Huy Quan. After being a child star in classics like “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” either “The Goonies”, interrupted his career due to lack of opportunities. However, to his 51 yearshas won several awards thanks to his role in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” of the daniels.

Ke Huy Quan plays Waymond Wang, the husband of Evelyn (Michelle Yeoh) in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” (Photo: A24)

Ke Huy Quan plays Waymond Wang, the husband of Evelyn (Michelle Yeoh) in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” (Photo: A24)

5.Brendan Gleeson

The Irish legend, famous for “Braveheart”, “Gangs of New York” and the saga of “Harry Potter”has obtained his first nomination to the 67 years. Brendan Gleeson compete as Best Supporting Actor for his wonderful work on “The Banshees of Inisherin” of Martin McDonald.

Brendan Gleeson as Colm Doherty in "The Banshees of Inisherin" (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

Brendan Gleeson as Colm Doherty in “The Banshees of Inisherin” (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

6.Bill Nighy

It has taken a long time for Bill Nighy get a well-deserved Oscar nomination. Recognized for his villainous roles, in franchises such as “Underworld” and “Pirates of the Caribbean”to their 73 years compete as Best Actor for his leading role in “Living room” of Oliver Hermanus.

Bill Nighy as Mr. Williams in the movie “Living” (Photo: Lionsgate)

Bill Nighy as Mr. Williams in the movie “Living” (Photo: Lionsgate)

7.Colin Farrel

Colin Farrel He is 46 years old and has an enviable career in cinema. He is considered one of the greatest Irish performers of all time and now competes in the category Best Actor for his lead role in “The Banshees of Inisherin” of Martin McDonald.

Colin Farrell is the protagonist of “The Banshees of Inisherin” (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

Colin Farrell is the protagonist of “The Banshees of Inisherin” (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

Other first-time Oscar nominees:

In addition to the figures mentioned above, the following celebrities also enjoy the affection of the public and choose to take glory with their first nomination for the Academy Award:

  • Ana de Armas. Best actress for “Blonde”.
  • Andrea Riseborough. Best Actress for “To Leslie”.
  • Paul Mescal. Best Actor for “Aftersun”.
  • Austin Butler. Best Actor for “Elvis”.
  • Kerry Condom. Best Supporting Actress for “Almas en bansa de Inisherin”.
  • Stephenie Shu. Best supporting actress for “Everything at once everywhere”.
  • Hong Chau. Best Supporting Actress for “The Whale”.
  • Barry Keoghan. Best Supporting Actor for “Almas en bansa de Inisherin”.
  • Brian Tyree Henry. Best Supporting Actor for “Causeway”.
Ana de Armas plays Marilyn Monroe in the movie

Ana de Armas plays Marilyn Monroe in the movie “Blonde” (Photo: Netflix)

We want to thank the author of this article for this incredible content

Michelle Yeoh and other celebrities nominated for the first time at the Oscars