The glamorous world of Hollywood abounds in talents and artists. The Oscar award ceremony is the apt platform, where these artists are acknowledged for their talent. The annually-organized function has various segments of awards and the 'Oscar for Best Actress in A Supporting Role' is amongst the important ones.
Apart from the actress in the lead role, the supporting actresses are also important in a film. These actresses, despite their small performance in a movie, impress the audience with their acting skills. 'Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress' recognizes the skill of these actresses and honors them as well. Here is a list of actresses who have won in the category of 'Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress'.
Oscar for Best Actress in a Supporting Role
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Year
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Winner
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Film
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2009
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Penelope Cruz
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Vicky Cristina Barcelona
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2008
|
Marion Cotillard
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La Vie en Rose
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2007
|
Jennifer Hudson
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Dreamgirls
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2006
|
Rachel Weisz
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The Constant Gardener
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2005
|
Cate Blanchett
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The Aviator
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2004
|
Renée Zellweger
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Cold Mountain
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2003
|
Catherine Zeta-Jones
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Chicago
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2002
|
Jennifer Connelly
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A Beautiful Mind
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2001
|
Marcia Gay Harden
|
Pollock
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2000
|
Angelina Jolie
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Girl, Interrupted
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1999
|
Judi Dench
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Shakespeare in Love
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1998
|
Kim Basinger
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L.A. Confidential
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1997
|
Juliette Binoche
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The English Patient
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1996
|
Mira Sorvino
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Mighty Aphrodite
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1995
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Dianne Wiest
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Bullets Over Broadway
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1994
|
Anna Paquin
|
The Piano
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1993
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Marisa Tomei
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My Cousin Vinny
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1992
|
Mercedes Ruehl
|
The Fisher King
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1991
|
Whoopi Goldberg
|
Ghost
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