These 20 actors bagged an Academy Award before turning 30

Audrey At The Oscars - Source: Getty
Audrey At The Oscars - Source: Getty

11) Hilary Swank

Hilary Swank at Tokyo International Film Fest - Source: Getty
Hilary Swank at Tokyo International Film Fest - Source: Getty

One of the most versatile actresses in Hollywood, Hilary Swank excelled at the age of 26 with her daunting performance in Kimberly Peirce’s creation, Boys Don't Cry. Her role as a transgender man adjusting to life in a small town earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress in 2000. Her raw talent and brilliance in fully embodying and understanding her characters sets her apart.

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Edited by Yesha Srivastava