This past weekend the victor of the Best Actor category, Eddie Redmayne, age 33, was one of the younger actors to prevail throughout Oscar history and be recognized for their art and talent. Young actors and actresses continue to prove that immense depth of emotion portrayed can be reached at any age. To celebrate the youthful heart of the arts industry, here is a list of the youngest Oscar winners throughout the years:
Tatum O’Neal won Best Supporting Actress at the age of 10 for her work in Paper Moon.
Anna Paquin was the victor of the Best Supporting Actress in her contributions to the film The Piano.
Jodi Foster is a prime example of the success of trying, trying, and trying again. Although she did not win her first time as an Oscar nominee at the age of 14 for her role in Taxi Driver, she continued to reign in substantive meaningful roles. Foster went to win several Oscars in the Best Actress category for The Accused, Silence of the Lambs, and Nell.
Her first Oscar win:
In 2013:
The list goes on, as young actors and actresses, as well as contributors to film. This legacy continues to grow with nominations and victories confirming the potential that young people have to evoke spirit and passion. For highlights on this year’s Oscar ceremonies, click here.