Brie Larson has won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Lenny Abrahamson's raw, heart-wrenching independent flick Room. The award marks both her first win and her first nomination at the Oscars; a formidable achievement for the 26-year-old actor. Larson managed to beat out awards darlings Cate Blanchett and Jennifer Lawrence, nominated for Carol and Joy respectively; as well as widely praised performances from Saoirse Ronan for Brooklyn, and Charlotte Rampling for 45 Years.
American actress and filmmaker Brie Larson has received various accolades. She began acting at the age of 8 and followed it with minor supporting roles in various films.
Brie Larson has won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Lenny Abrahamson's raw, heart-wrenching independent flick Room. The award marks both her first win and her first nomination at the Oscars; a formidable achievement for the 26-year-old actor. Larson managed to beat out awards darlings Cate Blanchett and Jennifer Lawrence, nominated for Carol and Joy respectively; as well as widely praised performances from Saoirse Ronan for Brooklyn, and Charlotte Rampling for 45 Years.
American actress and filmmaker Brie Larson has received various accolades. She began acting at the age of 8 and followed it with minor supporting roles in various films.
