John Williams becomes oldest Oscars nominee for ‘Indiana Jones,’ could become oldest winner
John Williams, legendary composer, was nominated for Best Original Score at the upcoming Academy Awards, officially known as the Oscars, for his role in “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” becoming the oldest-ever Oscar nominee.
Williams, with the largest number of Oscar nominees total and the oldest individual to ever receive a nomination, would become the oldest Oscars award winner, and bring an end to the 40+ year losing streak of Indiana Jones at the Academy Awards if he brings home the trophy.
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When are the Oscars?
The Oscars are scheduled for 7 p.m. EDT on Sunday, March 10 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the show will be live on ABC. A preshow begins at 6:30 p.m. EDT.
Who is John Williams?
According to JohnWilliams.org, Williams has become one of the most successful composers in America over his five-decade career, composing music for or acting as musical director in over 100 films. Williams, with a close relationship with director Steven Spielberg, worked on films like “Schindler’s List,” “Saving Private Ryan,” “Jaws,” “Jurassic Park,” and four “Indiana Jones” movies. He also worked on all seven “Star Wars” films, the first three “Harry Potter” films and more.
Who is the oldest Oscar winner?
According to a news release from USBets.com, the oldest Oscar winner is currently James Ivory, who won Best Adapted Screenplay at 89 years old for “Call Me By Your Name.” At the time of the 2024 Oscars ceremony, Williams will be 92 years old. While category competition is plentiful for Williams, a victory would make him the oldest-ever Oscars winner alive.
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Who is the oldest Oscar nominee?
According to Entertainment Weekly, the oldest Oscar nominee is Williams, and it’s his 54th nomination, making him the most nominated, and still living, person ever. The late Walt Disney was the only one to have more nominations, with 59.
Of Williams’ 50+ Academy Awards nominations, he’s won five including one for “Fiddler on the Roof” in 1972, “Jaws” in 1976, “Star Wars” in 1978, “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” in 1983 and “Schindler’s List” in 1994.
Williams was nominated for his composition skills in the Best Original Score category for four “Indiana Jones” movie scores, but always fell short of competitors. Patiently waiting over 40+ years, the film series could have the perfect opportunity to bring an end to the losing streak.
Who was nominated for the 2024 Oscars Best Original Score category?
For the Best Original Score in the music category, nominees include Laura Karpman for “American Fiction,” John Williams for “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” Robbie Robertson for “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Ludwig Göransson for “Oppenheimer” and Jerskin Fendrix for “Poor Things.”
This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Will John Williams become the oldest Oscars winner for ‘Indiana Jones?'
