20 Actors who got an Oscar for nailing a supporting role 

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96th Annual Academy Awards - Backstage - Source: Getty
96th Annual Academy Awards - Backstage - Source: Getty

13) Viola Davis – Fences

Moët & Chandon At The 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards - Source: Getty
Moët & Chandon At The 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards - Source: Getty

Actress Viola Davis won the 2016 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Rose Maxson in the movie – Fences. The movie is about the sacrifice Rose makes for her family and the betrayal she still receives. Her acting is deeply moving and has the profound capability of capturing the strength and suppressed desires of the character of Rose. She gives a multi-dimensional depth to the character, and her powerful voice adds to it.

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