Karla Sofía Gascón Makes History at the Academy Awards with Trailblazing Nomination

Karla Sofía Gascón, the lead actress in 'Emilia Pérez', becomes the first openly transgender actress nominated for an Oscar.

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The Academy Awards nominations revealed that 'Emilia Pérez' leads with 13 nominations, including Karla Sofía Gascón's historic nomination as the first openly transgender actress nominated for an acting Oscar. The film, a French-produced musical thriller about a transgender drug lord, faces both accolades and controversy over its portrayal of Mexico and trans identity amidst the backdrop of significant wildfires affecting Hollywood. While Academy leaders emphasize the ceremony's significance for the film industry, Gascón highlights representation and identity in her work, particularly as the film breaks records for international films.

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