Robert Downey Jr. Wins First Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in "Oppenheimer"
Published On : 2024-03-11T08:50:49+0530 [ IST ] |
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Fans of Hollywood icon Robert Downey Jr. are rejoicing as the acclaimed actor clinched his first-ever Oscar award for Best Supporting Actor in the biopic drama film "Oppenheimer."
The Academy celebrated Downey Jr.'s achievement, sharing the news on X and congratulating him for his stellar performance in the movie. The actor triumphed in a competitive category, surpassing fellow nominees Sterling K Brown, Robert De Niro, Ryan Gosling, and Mark Ruffalo.
In his acceptance speech, Downey Jr. showcased his trademark wit, quipping, "I'd like to thank my terrible childhood and the Academy, in that order." He playfully acknowledged his wife, Susan Downey, stating, "I'd like to thank my veterinarian -- I meant wife -- Susan Downey over there. She found me, a snarling rescue pet, and loved me back to life." The actor also expressed gratitude to director Christopher Nolan, his co-stars, and his children.
"Oppenheimer," directed by Nolan, garnered widespread acclaim and secured nominations in 13 categories at the 96th awards" target="_blank">Academy Awards. The film, which also won the Oscar for Best Film Editing, delves into the compelling narrative of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer during World War II. Downey Jr. portrayed Lewis Strauss, a key figure in the development of the atomic bomb and a political rival of Oppenheimer.
Downey Jr.'s win adds to his previous accolades, including Best Supporting Actor awards at the BAFTA Awards 2024, Critics Choice Awards 2024, and the Golden Globe Awards 2024, reaffirming his remarkable talent and versatility as an actor.
"Oppenheimer" explores the ethical quandaries faced by Oppenheimer, known as the "Father of the Atomic Bomb," as he grapples with the consequences of his groundbreaking scientific discoveries. Set against the backdrop of a world on the brink of destruction, the film poignantly captures the complexities of human ambition and morality.
As the Oscars 2024 ceremony unfolds at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, fans worldwide celebrate Downey Jr.'s well-deserved recognition and eagerly anticipate the future successes of one of Hollywood's most beloved stars.
Source : Deccan Chronicle
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Summary : Hollywood star Robert Downey Jr. clinched his first-ever Oscar award for Best Supporting Actor in the biopic drama film "Oppenheimer." The Academy honored Downey Jr. for his portrayal of Lewis Strauss in Christopher Nolan's acclaimed film. Downey Jr. humorously thanked his wife, director Christopher Nolan, co-stars, and others in his acceptance speech. "Oppenheimer" received nominations in 13 categories and also secured the Oscar for Best Film Editing. The film delves into the complex narrative of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer during World War II, exploring the moral dilemmas surrounding the development of the atomic bomb.
