Brendan Fraser physically transformed for his role in ‘The Whale’ as he had to carry a 300-pound prosthesis to appear larger in size.
His delivery of the character of Charlie has been widely praised and applauded. It was only when the film was shown at the Venice International Film Festival that it received a 6-minute standing ovation.
Since that moment in September 2022, who was crowned as one of the favorite leading men of the 90s, he has strongly claimed his place in Hollywood.
The latest of his feats has given him as the best actor in the film industry.
Brendan Fraser Wins 2023 Best Actor Oscar for ‘The Whale’
Without a doubt, the night of March 12 will remain in the mind of the actor, as he received his first Oscar.
It was his character as Charlie in the movie “The Whale” that allowed him to claim the statuette.
Taking to the Dolby Theater stage, Brendan Fraser quipped that “this is what the multiverse looks like.”
Already in a serious tone, the winner thanked the director and screenwriter of the film. To the first of them who “threw me a creative lifeline” and to the second who was his “beacon” in this project.
He similarly expressed his excitement at being considered on par with his peers in Hollywood.
Accepting the 2023 Best Actor Oscar, Brendan Fraser also recalled the beginnings of his career:
He also acknowledged the role his children and his first wife played in his life.
Brendan Fraser was one of the favorites to win the 2023 Oscar for Best Actor
The truth is that the news is not surprising at all. Although there was still some doubt as to which of the contenders could win the award, over the past few weeks, Brendan Fraser’s name has been echoing with increasing force.
This, after he had won important awards such as the SAG Awards or the Critics’ Choice Awards.
Throughout awards season, the “Big Heist” actor (which you can watch for free on ViX) had widely expressed his surprise and appreciation for his career resurgence.
Tell us in the comments, do you think Brendan Fraser deserved the Best Actor Oscar 2023? Have you seen “The Whale” yet?
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Camila Luna is a writer at Gossipify, where she covers the latest movies and television series. With a passion for all things entertainment, Camila brings her unique perspective to her writing and offers readers an inside look at the industry. Camila is a graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in English and is also a avid movie watcher.
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