Demi Moore is a seasoned actor whose career began in the 1980s, with iconic roles in films like Ghost and A Few Good Men. However, it was her portrayal of actress Elisabeth Sparkle in The Substance (2024), Coralie Fargeat’s body-horror satire, that brought her renewed attention and acclaim. With the film earning her widespread praise, Moore’s performance caught the eyes of critics and audiences alike, marking a significant moment in her career.
Discover more about Moore’s Oscar journey, along with her other career nominations, wins, and much more below.
Moore was nominated in the Best Actress category for her role in the film The Substance. This nomination marked her first-ever Oscar nomination in her career.
Moore has never won an Oscar. At the 97th Academy Awards on March 2, Moore lost to 25-year-old Anora star Mikey Madison for the Best Actress award.
In 2025 alone, Moore won a Golden Globe, Critics’ Choice, Satellite, and Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actress for The Substance. Throughout her career, she has also won an Independent Spirit Award, Hollywood Film Awards, and more.
In her Golden Globe acceptance speech, Moore expressed being “in shock,” “humbled,” and “grateful.” She added, “I’ve been doing this a long time, like over 45 years, and this is the first time I’ve ever won anything as an actor.”
Along with her 2025 Academy Award nomination, Moore has earned nominations for a British Academy Film Award, Directors Guild of America Award, Primetime Emmy Award, and two additional Golden Globes.
