Oscars Trivia: 21 Actors Who Shockingly Have Never Been Nominated, Including One Snub from 2026

Last year’s Oscars had some legendary first-time nominees like Demi Moore and Jeremy Strong… and there were some acclaimed first-time nominees this year with Amy Madigan, Stellan Skarsgard, and Delroy Lindo all finally getting recognition.

Many of your all-time favorite actors have never received Oscar nominations, despite so many worthy roles that should have garnered them nominations.

We’ve compiled a list of 21 actors and actresses who we’re surprised have never been nominated for an Academy Award.