Welcome to the Variety Awards Circuit, your go-to source for all things awards-related year-round. Our senior awards editor, Clayton Davis, curates the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, and Tony Awards ceremonies. These predictions are based on the current standings in the race and are updated every Thursday.
Exciting news awaits in the supporting actress category for the 2025 Oscars. Imagine a lineup featuring powerhouse performers like Lady Gaga, Selena Gomez, and Ariana Grande – the star power alone could make ratings soar.
One film generating buzz is Jacques Audiard’s musical drama “Emilia Pérez,” which garnered critical acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival. With its four lead actresses winning the best actress prize, this film could potentially secure two out of the five nomination slots in this category. Zoe Saldaña, known for her box office success, might finally showcase her acting depth in Netflix’s awards contender. Her co-star, Selena Gomez, fresh off an Emmy nomination for her role in “Only Murders in the Building,” could also make history by being nominated alongside Saldaña, marking a long-overdue recognition for two Latinas in one category.
Ariana Grande is set to take on the role of Glinda in the highly anticipated adaptation of “Wicked.” Grande’s infectious charm and humor in this role might just steal the show as she vies for a nomination. Meanwhile, Lady Gaga, who previously won an Oscar for best original song, is rumored to be pursuing a supporting actress nomination for her role as Harley Quinn in Todd Phillips’ “Joker: Folie à Deux.”
Veteran actresses and newcomers alike, such as Danielle Deadwyler and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, are also in the running for nominations. Films with large ensemble casts, like “His Three Daughters” and “SNL: 1975,” could produce standout performances that catch voters’ attention.
Keep up with all the Primetime Emmy predictions and more on Variety’s Awards Circuit. The 97th Oscars are set to take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025, with the full rankings and predictions available below. Get ready for a thrilling awards season ahead!
Stay tuned for the latest updates and insights on the awards race across various categories, and immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s most prestigious event, the Academy Awards. With members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences selecting the nominees and winners, the Oscars continue to be the pinnacle of recognition in the film industry.
Get ready to witness history in the making as deserving talents from diverse backgrounds compete for the ultimate recognition at the 2025 Oscars. Excitement is high, and the predictions are in – let the countdown to the most anticipated awards ceremony of the year begin!
