In a landmark career moment, acclaimed Australian actress Rose Byrne has secured her very first Academy Awards nomination. This prestigious recognition arrives swiftly on the heels of her recent triumph at the Golden Globes, marking a spectacular start to the awards season for the 46-year-old star.
A Stunning Achievement and Heartfelt Reaction
Rose Byrne is nominated for the coveted Oscar for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role, thanks to her compelling work in the film If I Had Legs I'd Kick You. Speaking exclusively to The Hollywood Reporter about this monumental career milestone, Byrne expressed utter astonishment and profound gratitude.
"I can't believe it. I feel like I've snuck into the back of the bus," she confessed, visibly moved by the honour. Reflecting on the grandeur of the Oscars ceremony, she added, "The thought of the legacy and the pageantry and the scale of it, it's impossible to not have that value. Of course, that huge kind of legacy and tradition of this ceremony is just undeniable, so to be a small part of that is unbelievable."
From Sydney Spectator to Oscar Nominee
Byrne also shared a poignant personal connection to the Oscars, tracing her fascination back to her childhood in Australia. "I love the Oscars. [When I was a] little girl from Sydney, Australia, I used to watch [the show]. The pageantry of it is so fun and theatrical," she reminisced, highlighting the full-circle nature of her nomination.
Fierce Competition in the Best Actress Category
The path to Oscar glory will be challenging, as Byrne faces formidable competition in her category. Her fellow nominees include:
- Golden Globe winner and Oscar favourite Jessie Buckley for Hamnet
- The acclaimed Emma Stone for Burgonia
- And the talented Kate Hudson for Song Sung Blue
Notably, Byrne has already demonstrated her award-winning form this season, having beaten both Emma Stone and Kate Hudson to claim the Golden Globe for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy earlier this month.
A Glimpse into Family Life
Amidst the professional excitement, Byrne offered a charming domestic update. She revealed that while she was attending the Golden Globes ceremony, her husband Bobby and their children acquired a new family pet—a bearded dragon. "He's doing well! It's for the kids. The kids are very happy," she added with a smile, providing a heartwarming counterpoint to the Hollywood glamour.
This Oscar nomination solidifies Rose Byrne's status as a leading force in contemporary cinema, capping an extraordinary period of recognition for her powerful performance.
