Weapons‘ Amy Madigan was giddy to have prevailed in the Best Supporting Actress race at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday.
This year’s race has been a tight one with no clear frontrunner heading into the night’s ceremony. Madigan was up against Elle Fanning and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas for Sentimental Value, Wunmi Mosaku for Sinners and Teyana Taylor for One Battle After Another. But, having already snapped up the Critics Choice and Actor Awards trophies, Madigan seemed just a tad more likely to prevail.
After letting out a cathartic scream, Madigan giggled. “This is great!” she exclaimed as she collected herself on stage.
Her nomination for Weapons marked her first in 40 years, when she was nominated in the same category for Twice in a Lifetime. She told the audience that, during the press tour, she’s been asked often what feels “different” about this awards season compared to her last
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