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Jacob Elordi Earns First Oscar Nomination for Role in Frankenstein

The Australian star who once captured hearts in The Kissing Booth has officially entered the most prestigious circle in Hollywood. Jacob Elordi has secured his first-ever Academy Award nomination, marking a massive turning point for the 28-year-old actor. Known for his versatility, Elordi is being recognized for his transformative performance as the Creature in Guillermo del Toro's 2025 adaptation of Frankenstein. A transformation for the ages Stepping into the shoes—and the heavy prosthetics—of one of literature's most iconic figures was no small feat. Elordi reportedly spent anywhere from four to ten hours a day in the makeup chair to become the stitched-together Creature. This wasn't just about looking the part; the actor also underwent specialized voice training, including techniques used by Mongolian throat singers, to create a unique, gravelly tone for the character. Director Guillermo del Toro praised Elordi's performance, noting that he cast the actor specific...
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Jacob Elordi Earns First Oscar Nomination for Role in Frankenstein

Jacob Elordi at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.

The Australian star who once captured hearts in The Kissing Booth has officially entered the most prestigious circle in Hollywood. Jacob Elordi has secured his first-ever Academy Award nomination, marking a massive turning point for the 28-year-old actor. Known for his versatility, Elordi is being recognized for his transformative performance as the Creature in Guillermo del Toro's 2025 adaptation of Frankenstein.

A transformation for the ages

Stepping into the shoes—and the heavy prosthetics—of one of literature's most iconic figures was no small feat. Elordi reportedly spent anywhere from four to ten hours a day in the makeup chair to become the stitched-together Creature. This wasn't just about looking the part; the actor also underwent specialized voice training, including techniques used by Mongolian throat singers, to create a unique, gravelly tone for the character. Director Guillermo del Toro praised Elordi's performance, noting that he cast the actor specifically because his eyes were "full of humanity."

Sharing the milestone with family

When the nominations were announced, Elordi was actually fast asleep after a long night of reading. He was woken up by the sound of his mother, Melissa, running up the stairs in excitement. The actor has shared that he plans to celebrate the nod with his mom and his dog, keeping things grounded despite the massive career win. He even kept a childhood promise by taking his mother as his date to the Oscars ceremony, proving that even as a major movie star, he is still a mama's boy at heart. He joked that when he was 15, his "Plan B" for his career was simply "the Oscars," and it seems that plan worked out perfectly.

A stacked category of veterans

Elordi found himself in the Best Supporting Actor category alongside industry heavyweights. He was nominated with stars like Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Stellan Skarsgård, and Delroy Lindo. While the competition was fierce—with Sean Penn ultimately taking home the trophy on the night—Elordi’s presence in the lineup solidified his status as a serious dramatic force. His win earlier in the season at the Critics' Choice Awards had already signaled that the industry was ready to move him past his "teen heartthrob" origins.

The journey to the Dolby Theatre

While Frankenstein provided the platform for this specific honor, Elordi’s rise has been building for years. His work in the HBO drama Euphoria as the complex Nate Jacobs first hinted at his dramatic range. He followed that with back-to-back acclaimed turns in 2023, playing Elvis Presley in Sofia Coppola's Priscilla and the charming Felix Catton in Saltburn. Each role seemed to peel back a new layer of his talent, leading directly to the "metamorphosis" required for his Oscar-nominated turn as the Creature.

What is next for the star

The nomination is likely just the beginning of a very busy season for the actor. Fans are eagerly awaiting the third season of Euphoria, which is expected to premiere in April 2026. Beyond the small screen, Elordi is set to star in Wuthering Heights as the tortured Heathcliff and will appear in Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic thriller The Dog Stars. With an Oscar nomination now on his resume, the Brisbane-born actor has clearly moved into a new tier of Hollywood stardom.

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