Oscars 2024: Da'Vine Joy Randolph wins Best Supporting Actress for The Holdovers

Da'Vine Joy Randolph claimed the evening's inaugural honor by snagging the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress at the 96th Academy Awards. This triumph marks Randolph's debut win at the prestigious event. In a deeply moving speech, the actress expressed gratitude to God, her mother, and her publicist for their pivotal roles in bringing her to this momentous occasion in her life. She further conveyed her profound honor at winning the award.

Jamie Lee Curtis, Mary Steenburgen, Lupita Nyong'o, Rita Moreno, and Regina King, all past winners in the supporting actress category, graced the stage to present the award. Each of them handed heartfelt notes to every nominee, adding a personal touch to the moment.

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Multiple Nominations for The Holdovers at Tonight's Oscars

The Holdovers, directed by Alexander Payne and written by David Hemingson, has garnered five nominations tonight. Alongside its nomination for Best Picture, both Paul Giamatti in the Leading category and Da'Vine Joy Randolph in the Supporting category have been recognized with Oscar nominations.

Randolph has emerged as a frontrunner for this year's Oscars after clinching the Golden Globe, Critics Choice Award, and BAFTA for her compelling portrayal in The Holdovers. In the film, she takes on the role of Mary Lamb, a grieving mother and chef on campus.

The Tale of The Holdovers

The Holdovers follows the journey of a melancholic prep school teacher stranded on campus during the holidays, alongside a talented yet rebellious student and a grieving head cook, who mourns the loss of her sole child. Through their unlikely alliance, the trio finds solace amidst loneliness and shattered aspirations.

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