A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Marisa Tomei.
Marisa Tomei is a celebrated American actress recognized for her comedic and dramatic roles. Her breakthrough came with My Cousin Vinny (1992), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She received subsequent Academy Award nominations for her performances in In the Bedroom (2001) and The Wrestler (2008), solidifying her reputation as a versatile and accomplished performer.
1987: Stage Debut in Daughters and Theatre World Award
In 1987, at age 22, Marisa Tomei made her stage debut in the off-Broadway play 'Daughters', earning her the Theatre World Award.
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1992: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress
In 1992, Marisa Tomei received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in My Cousin Vinny.
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1992: Academy Award win for My Cousin Vinny
In 1992, Marisa Tomei won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'My Cousin Vinny', sparking controversy.
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1993: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress
In 1993, Marisa Tomei won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in 'My Cousin Vinny'.
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1998: American Comedy Award Nomination for Slums of Beverly Hills
In 1998, Marisa Tomei was nominated for the American Comedy Award for 'Slums of Beverly Hills'.
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2001: Academy Award Nomination for In the Bedroom
In 2001, Marisa Tomei received an Academy Award nomination for her role in 'In the Bedroom.'
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2002: ShoWest Award
In 2002, Marisa Tomei earned several awards including a ShoWest Award for Best Supporting Actress for In The Bedroom.
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2006: Recurring Role in Rescue Me and Gracie Allen Award
In 2006, Marisa Tomei had a recurring role in 'Rescue Me', winning a Gracie Allen Award.
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2008: Drama Desk Award Nomination for Top Girls
In 2008, Marisa Tomei earned a Drama Desk Award nomination for her role in 'Top Girls'.
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2008: Role in The Wrestler
In 2008, Marisa Tomei played Cassidy/Pam in 'The Wrestler', receiving critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination.
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2008: Academy Award Nomination for The Wrestler
In 2008, Marisa Tomei received another Academy Award nomination for her role in 'The Wrestler.'
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2009: Ranked on FHM's 100 Sexiest Women list
In 2009, Marisa Tomei was ranked number 18 on FHM's 100 Sexiest Women list.
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2014: Drama Desk Award for The Realistic Joneses
In 2014, Marisa Tomei received a special Drama Desk Award for 'The Realistic Joneses'.
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