Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon makes Oscar history as first openly trans actress to earn nomination
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Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon made Oscars history as she became the first openly trans actress to earn a nomination in its 97 year history. The 52-year-old Spanish actress earned a nod in the Best Actress category for the Netflix film when nominations for the 97th Annual Academy Awards were announced on Thursday.
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She faces heavy competition as she will be up against Cynthia Erivo (Wicked), Mikey Madison (Anora), Demi Moore (The Substance) and Fernanda Torres (I'm Still Here). It was also a big morning for Karla's film as it was recognized in several categories including top honor Best Picture, Best Director for Jacquest Audiard, Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldana, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best International Feature.
Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon made Oscars history as she became the first openly trans actress to earn a nomination in its 97 year history. The 52-year-old actress is seen in the film alongside co-star Zoe Saldana. Best Picture. Wicked. Dune: Part Two. Emilia Perez.
The Brutalist. A Complete Unknown. Conclave. I'm Still Here. Nickel Boys. The Substance. Actor in a Leading Role. Adrien Brody - The Brutalist. Timothée Chalamet - A Complete Unknown. Colman Domingo - Sing Sing. Ralph Fiennes - Conclave. Sebastian Stan - The Apprentice. Actress in a Leading Role.
