From Daniel Day-Lewis to Meryl Streep, 10 Legendary Actors Who Have Won Multiple Oscars

Oct 04, 2023

By: Komal Banchhor

The Actors Who Have Dominated the Academy Awards

The Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, represent the apex of recognition within the film industry. Annually, actors, directors, and filmmakers worldwide aspire to secure one of these prestigious awards. There are also many from the industry who have r...

1. Jack Nicholson – 3 Oscars

Jack Nicholson stands as an iconic figure in the realm of cinema. Spanning several decades, his illustrious career has garnered him three coveted Oscars. His initial triumph came in 1976 when he was honored with the Best Actor award for his role in "One F...

2. Daniel Day-Lewis – 3 Oscars

Daniel Day-Lewis is renowned for his unwavering dedication and exceptional acting prowess. Having claimed three Oscars, he has left an indelible imprint on the film industry. His maiden Oscar triumph arrived in 1989 when he secured the Best Actor award for his...

3. Walter Brennan – 3 Oscars

Walter Brennan occupies a distinctive position in Oscar history as the sole actor to clinch three Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a remarkably brief span of four years. His consecutive triumphs commenced with "Come and Get It" in 1936, fo...

4. Katharine Hepburn – 4 Oscars

Katharine Hepburn is the only actor in the history of the Academy Awards to have won four Oscars. Her remarkable career includes wins for Best Actress in "Morning Glory" (1933), "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" (1967), "The Lion in ...

5. Meryl Streep – 3 Oscars

Meryl Streep, an iconic figure in the realm of acting, has clinched three coveted Oscars throughout her illustrious journey in Hollywood. Her initial triumph in 1979 bestowed her with the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in "Kramer vs. Kramer.&q...

6. Frances McDormand – 3 Oscars

Frances McDormand, celebrated for her authentic and compelling performances on the silver screen, boasts an impressive trio of Oscar wins. Her most recent triumph came in 2021, with her portrayal in "Nomadland," where she used her acceptance speech t...

7. Ingrid Bergman – 3 Oscars

Ingrid Bergman, the Swedish cinematic luminary, captured the hearts of audiences and the respect of the Academy with three Oscar victories during her illustrious career. In 1975, her third Oscar win was a gracious tribute to her fellow nominee Valentina Cortes...

8. Anthony Quinn –​ 2 Wins (4 Nominations)

Anthony Quinn, the versatile Mexican-American actor, garnered four Oscar nominations throughout his illustrious career. While his talents earned him two Best Supporting Actor wins, he also secured nominations for Best Actor twice. Quinn clinched his Oscars for...

9. Gary Cooper – 2 Wins (5 Nominations)

Gary Cooper, renowned for his authentic acting style, amassed five Oscar nominations during his remarkable career. He clinched the Academy Award for Best Actor twice, displaying his exceptional talent in "Sergeant York" (1941) and "High Noon&quo...

10. Gene Hackman – 2 Wins (5 Nominations)

Gene Hackman, boasting two Oscar wins and five nominations, enjoyed a remarkable film career spanning multiple decades. His Best Actor triumph in "The French Connection" (1971) and Best Supporting Actor win for "Unforgiven" (1992) underscor...