The highly anticipated nominations for the Oscars 2025 have been unveiled, but several prominent actors who delivered standout performances this year were conspicuously absent.
Big Hollywood stars, including Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Selena Gomez, Denzel Washington, and Pamela Anderson, were shockingly left out of the running for the prestigious awards.
Angelina Jolie’s “Maria” Snub
Angelina Jolie, who received critical acclaim for her role in the film Maria, was widely expected to earn a nomination. Her exclusion left fans and critics stunned, as her performance was celebrated across the board.
Selena Gomez Overlooked for “Emilia Pérez”
Selena Gomez also failed to secure a nod for her lauded performance in Emilia Pérez, despite receiving significant praise for her role as Jessi Del Monte. Many industry insiders had predicted her nomination for Best Supporting Actress, but her co-star Zoe Saldana ultimately received the recognition.
Nicole Kidman’s Acclaimed Role in “Babygirl” Ignored
Nicole Kidman, who won Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival and was honored by the National Board of Review for her work in Babygirl, also failed to make the Oscars shortlist. Her snub was a major disappointment for fans who had high hopes for her recognition.
Denzel Washington Misses Out for “Gladiator II”
Denzel Washington, delivering one of his most powerful performances as Macrinus in Gladiator II, was surprisingly excluded from the nominations. Similarly, William Lee, who garnered a Golden Globe nod for his performance in Queer, also found himself left out.
Pamela Anderson’s “The Last Showgirl” Snub
Pamela Anderson, who earned nominations at the Gotham Awards, Golden Globes, and Screen Actors Guild Awards for her role in The Last Showgirl, was also notably absent from the Oscars list.
The 2025 Oscars nominations have sparked heated debates, with fans and critics questioning the Academy’s choices. While the snubbed performances continue to earn praise, their absence from the Oscars underscores the unpredictability of Hollywood’s biggest night.
