In a surprising turn of events, Emily Blunt has received her first ever Oscar nomination for her role in the film Oppenheimer. It may come as a shock to many fans of the talented British actress, considering her impressive career and numerous acclaimed performances.
The 40-year-old actress has been recognized by the Academy for her portrayal of Katherine 'Kitty' Oppenheimer, wife of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer and director of Los Alamos. Blunt's nomination in the Supporting Actress category was announced on January 23, marking a significant milestone in her career.
Despite captivating audiences with her performances in a wide range of films over the years, Blunt had never received this coveted recognition from the Academy until now. Her breakthrough role in the 2005 TV movie Gideon's Daughter earned her a Golden Globe Award and paved the way for her success. She was also nominated for a Golden Globe for her supporting role in The Devil Wears Prada, among several other notable performances.
Blunt's talent and versatility have been acknowledged by other prestigious awards. In 2015, she won a Critics Choice Award for her role in the action-packed film Edge of Tomorrow, where she co-starred alongside Tom Cruise. Her husband, John Krasinski, surprised her on stage during her acceptance speech for the award.
Before her Oscar nomination for Oppenheimer, Blunt had an interesting distinction. She became one of only two actors to have won a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award without receiving any Academy recognition. In 2019, she won a SAG Award for her role in A Quiet Place, but was not nominated for an Oscar that year.
Despite the lack of previous Oscar recognition, Blunt has graced the red carpet of the Academy Awards multiple times as her career continued to flourish. At the 2007 ceremony, she and Anne Hathaway presented the award for Best Costume Design, adding their own humorous touch by poking fun at their characters from The Devil Wears Prada.
Oppenheimer, the film that earned Blunt her first Oscar nomination, achieved great success by becoming the third highest-grossing movie of 2023. It also holds the distinction of being the highest-grossing biopic of all time. This nomination also marks the first time Blunt has appeared in a Best Picture nominee.
Blunt had a memorable experience filming Oppenheimer, which took place on location in New Mexico. She described it as being like 'summer camp,' as the cast and crew stayed in the same hotel in the middle of the desert. Blunt joked about her co-star, Cillian Murphy, who played Oppenheimer, having to eat only an almond every day to maintain the immersive portrayal of the character.
The 96th Academy Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, will be broadcasted live on March 10 from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California. As movie fans eagerly await the night, all eyes will be on Emily Blunt and her journey towards potentially winning her first Oscar.
