In one of the finest comeback stories seen in Hollywood — worthy of a movie in its own right — Robert Downey Jr. clinched the Oscar for Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the 2024 Academy Awards for his role in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer. Downey played Lewis Strauss, an important historical figure who was a key member of the Atomic Energy Commission. Strauss is notable for his role in the opposition to J. Robert Oppenheimer, the theoretical physicist often called the "father of the atomic bomb." Strauss's actions and influence were pivotal in the revocation of Oppenheimer's security clearance during the Red Scare, an event that had significant consequences for Oppenheimer's career and reputation.
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By: Chris McPherson
Title: Robert Downey Jr. Wins Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Oscars 2024
Sourced From: collider.com/robert-downey-jr-best-supporting-actor-winner-oscars-2024/
Published Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:39:08 GMT
