Daniel Day-Lewis's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Daniel Day-Lewis.

Sir Daniel Day-Lewis is a highly acclaimed English actor, widely considered one of the greatest in film history. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including three Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards. In 2014, he was knighted for his contributions to drama. Known for his intense method acting, Day-Lewis immerses himself deeply in his roles, often taking extended breaks between films. He is renowned for his selective and meticulous approach to choosing projects.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1968: Cecil Day-Lewis Appointed Poet Laureate

In 1968, Daniel Day-Lewis's father, Cecil Day-Lewis, was appointed Poet Laureate.

1985: Breakthrough Performances

In 1985, Daniel Day-Lewis earned acclaim for his breakthrough performances in My Beautiful Laundrette and A Room with a View.

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1985: Critically Acclaimed Performance in My Beautiful Laundrette

In 1985, Daniel Day-Lewis received critical acclaim for his performance in My Beautiful Laundrette, set in 1980s London. The film is one of the BFI's 100 greatest British films.

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1989: Won Academy Award for My Left Foot

In 1989, Daniel Day-Lewis won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance as Christy Brown in My Left Foot. He prepared extensively for the role and remained in character throughout filming.

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1993: Oscar-Nominated for In the Name of the Father

In 1993, Daniel Day-Lewis received an Oscar nomination for his role in In the Name of the Father.

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2002: Gangs of New York Release and Acclaim

In 2002, Daniel Day-Lewis starred in "Gangs of New York" as William "Bill the Butcher" Cutting. Although the film received mixed reviews, Day-Lewis's performance was widely praised, earning him his third Oscar nomination and second BAFTA Award.

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2002: Oscar-Nominated for Gangs of New York

In 2002, Daniel Day-Lewis was nominated for an Oscar for his role in Gangs of New York.

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2007: Academy Award for There Will Be Blood

In 2007, Daniel Day-Lewis won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in There Will Be Blood, solidifying his reputation as a leading actor.

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2007: There Will Be Blood Release and Awards

In 2007, Day-Lewis starred in "There Will Be Blood", which was critically acclaimed. For his performance, Day-Lewis won the Academy Award for Best Actor, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and multiple film critics' circle awards. During the acceptance speech at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Day-Lewis dedicated his award to Heath Ledger.

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2008: Academy Award from Helen Mirren

In 2008, when he received the Academy Award for Best Actor from Helen Mirren, Daniel Day-Lewis knelt before her, and she tapped him on each shoulder with the Oscar statuette, to which he quipped, "That's the closest I'll come to ever getting a knighthood."

2010: Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bristol

In 2010, Daniel Day-Lewis received an honorary doctorate in letters from the University of Bristol, acknowledging his attendance at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in his youth.

November 2012: Recognition for Lincoln and BAFTA Britannia Award

In November 2012, Daniel Day-Lewis received the BAFTA Britannia Award for Excellence in Film for his role in "Lincoln". He was also featured on the cover of Time magazine as the "World's Greatest Actor".

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