Naomi Watts's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Naomi Watts.

Naomi Watts is a British actress who began her career in Australia, appearing in film and television roles before moving to the United States. She faced initial struggles in Hollywood, taking roles in smaller films. Her breakthrough came with her starring role in David Lynch's mystery film, Mulholland Drive (2001), which launched her into wider recognition.

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

2003: Starred in 21 Grams, Received Award Nominations

In 2003, Naomi Watts starred in the psychological drama 21 Grams. Her performance earned her nominations for the Academy Award, BAFTA Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actress.

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2012: Starred in The Impossible, Earned Award Nominations

In 2012, Naomi Watts starred in The Impossible, based on the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. She earned nominations for the Golden Globe Award and the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance.

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2014: Starring in 'Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)', 'St. Vincent', and 'While We're Young'

In 2014, Naomi Watts starred in Alejandro González Iñárritu's 'Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)', which won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. She also starred in 'St. Vincent' as a Russian prostitute, earning a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination. Additionally, Watts appeared in 'While We're Young' with Ben Stiller, receiving praise for their on-screen chemistry.

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2014: FCCA Award

In 2014, Naomi Watts won the FCCA Award for Best Actress for her role in the film Adore, released in 2013.

2024: Nomination for Primetime Emmy Award for Feud: Capote vs. The Swans

In 2024, Naomi Watts starred in the anthology series 'Feud: Capote vs. The Swans' as Babe Paley, for which she received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie nomination.

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