An Oscar Nominee refers to an individual or project that has been selected for consideration for an Academy Award, commonly known as an Oscar. The nomination is a recognition by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) for excellence in various categories, which include acting, directing, screenwriting, and technical achievements in the film industry. Nominees are chosen through a voting process by the Academy’s members, with the final winners announced during the annual Academy Awards ceremony. Being nominated for an Oscar is considered one of the highest honors in the film industry, as it signifies that the nominee has met the standards of quality and achievement set forth by their peers.
Karla Sofía Gascón is the first trans woman nominated for Best Actress but faces backlash over her previously uncovered racist and Islamophobic tweets. Canadian journalist Sarah Hagi's investigation led to…