Isn’t it a truly remarkable achievement to receive an Academy Award in the film industry? But what about winning two? That places you in an elite group of actors who have received recognition for their exceptional talent not once but twice. Emma Stone has now joined the group of actresses with two or more gold statuette wins, including Meryl Streep, after winning the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in Poor Things.
But what distinguishes Stone from the pack is her age and the possibility of surpassing even the legendary Streep’s three Oscar wins. The former’s first Academy Award came in 2017 for her role in Damien Chazelle’s La La Land.
Yorgos Lanthimos’ Poor Things garnered eleven Oscar nominations, great reviews, and tremendous commercial success.
Emma Stone Joins Sally Field and 4 Other Stars with 2 Oscar Wins
With one of the most remarkable performances of the year in Poor Things, Emma Stone took home her second career Oscar, according to The Guardian. Alongside legends like Jodie Foster, Glenda Jackson, Sally Field, and Vivien Leigh, Stone proudly becomes a member of an elite club after winning her second Oscar.
For the unversed, the Birdman star has received four nominations for acting awards; twice for Best Supporting Actress (for Birdman and The Favourite) and twice for Best Actress. Having portrayed Mia Dolan in Damien Chazelle’s La La Land, she won the Best Actress Oscar in 2017—her first feat. The 2016 musical romance film is another enormously successful Academy Award winner in terms of box office receipts.
The Arizona-born actress started her acting career in comedic movies like Easy A and Superbad. However, she gained respect as one of the most respected stars of her generation when she started playing dramatic roles in movies like Birdman, La La Land, and others.
The 35-year-old actress has proven she is capable of doing it all by starring in acclaimed dramas, commercial hits, and hilarious comedies. And, with her second Oscar for her role in Poor Things, she has established herself as one of the best actresses ever, a feat that puts her in impressive company.
Emma Stone’s Oscar Win: Can She Beat Meryl Streep’s Record?
Emma Stone’s recent feat puts her among just fourteen other actresses who have won multiple Academy Awards for Best Actress, per Screen Rant. Holding the record with four Oscar victories in the category is Katharine Hepburn.
Frances McDormand has three wins total, including two recent ones for Nomadland and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. Meryl Streep, Bette Davis, and Ingrid Bergman also won three Oscars, adding their names to the list.
Well, Streep is without a doubt one of the most renowned actresses in Oscar history, having received 21 nominations and three wins. Nevertheless, Emma Stone is a fresh competitor who has the potential to surpass the Adaptation star’s record.
But what sets Stone apart from the rest is her age and the prospect of a long and successful career. With so much time to hone her performance and take on challenging roles, it is impossible to predict how many more Oscars she will win. Let us not forget that the actress already has a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.
While tying Streep’s record for most Oscar nominations can seem like a daunting task, we believe that the Poor Things star has the talent, drive, and will to pull off this feat. With her youth, passion, and undeniable talent, Stone has the potential to become one of the most decorated actresses in Oscar history.
Also, Poor Things is streaming on Hulu!
