20 Oscar snubs that felt really unfair

Leonardo DiCaprio in The Wolf Of Wall Street| Image via Paramount Pictures
Leonardo DiCaprio in The Wolf Of Wall Street| Image via Paramount Pictures

17) Whoopi Goldberg

Whoopi Goldberg| Image via Getty Images
Whoopi Goldberg| Image via Getty Images

Whoopi Goldberg's Oscar snub is often cited as a significant oversight in Hollywood history. In The Color Purple (1985), Goldberg delivered a powerful performance as Celie, a role that brought her widespread critical acclaim. As she had won a Golden Globe for this role, many expected her to win the Oscar, too. But, just like Winfrey, Goldberg's performance was also overlooked.

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