History-Making Moments at the 2025 Oscars
Grab your popcorn, folks! The 2025 Oscars on March 2 are set to be a spectacular celebration of diversity and groundbreaking moments—who would have thought we’d see such historical milestones in a single night? Among this year’s standout nominees, Karla Sofía Gascón is stealing the spotlight as the first openly transgender actress ever nominated for an Oscar. She snagged a Best Actress nod for her role in “Emilia Pérez,” which is making waves not just for its compelling storytelling but also for racking up a whopping 13 nominations—making it the most nominated non-English film in Oscars history, surpassing heavyweights like “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and “Roma,” both of which previously boasted 10 nominations.
But Gascón isn’t alone in the historic recognition category—Fernanda Torres is following in the dramatic footsteps of her mother, Fernanda Montenegro, by becoming Brazil’s second representative ever nominated for Best Actress since her mom took home a nomination in 1998. Keep an eye on Torres; she could add to Brazilian cinema’s growing prominence!
On the contrary, Timothée Chalamet is aiming to become the youngest Best Actor winner in history at just 29 for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown.” This coveted record was previously held by Adrien Brody, who was 29 when he won for “The Pianist” back in 2002. Meanwhile, Cynthia Erivo is making her mark as only the second Black actress to be nominated multiple times in this category—a particularly impressive achievement considering the Oscars’ spotty history with diversity.
Among the snubs and surprises, Selena Gomez—who recently dazzled audiences in “Emilia Pérez”—was shockingly snubbed from the Best Supporting Actress category despite her previous Golden Globe nomination. On the flip side, Monica Barbaro’s nomination for portraying Joan Baez in “A Complete Unknown” is a delightful surprise, especially after missing out on a Golden Globe nod.
As we anticipate Conan O’Brien’s hosting prowess come Oscar night, there is no shortage of history and suspense. So, let’s keep our fingers crossed for these remarkable nominees—2025 is already shaping up to be unforgettable!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! Online, Variety, Hollywood Reporter
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