Ariana Grande, Kieran Culkin and Demi Moore Among First-Time Oscar Nominees in Acting Categories
Emilia Pérez’s performance as Rita Mora Castro earned her a best supporting actress nomination, while she was also recognized for her lead role in Emilia Pérez, garnering a nomination for Gascón in the best actress category. Notably, this is Gascón’s first time being nominated for an Oscar and marks a historic moment as they are the first openly transgender acting nominee. The film, helmed by Jacques Audiard, dominated the Oscar nominations with a total of 13 nods.