Overview
- Aged 75, she earned her first Academy Award, becoming the second-oldest winner in the supporting actress category.
- Her turn as Aunt Gladys delivered the only nomination for Zach Cregger’s film, making the win a standout for a single-nod title.
- The race had no clear frontrunner, with Teyana Taylor, Wunmi Mosaku, Elle Fanning, and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas dividing key precursor awards.
- Madigan arrived with momentum from Critics’ Choice and the SAG-AFTRA Actor Award, while Mosaku won BAFTA and Taylor won the Golden Globe.
- In her acceptance, she thanked Cregger and her family, including husband Ed Harris, during a ceremony where 'Sinners' led with a record 16 nominations.