How Many Oscar Nominations Does Michelle Pfeiffer Have?

Michelle Pfeiffer is one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actresses, known for her chameleon‑like ability to move from sultry femme fatales to vulnerable heroines. Fans often wonder how her Academy Award record stacks up against her many other accolades. The short answer is simple: Michelle Pfeiffer has received three Oscar nominations, and although she has not yet won an Oscar, each nomination highlights a distinct phase of her career.

Overview of the Nominations

These three nominations span a period of just five years, underscoring how quickly Pfeiffer rose to the top of the industry after her breakout role in Scarface (1983).

1988: Supporting Actress for Dangerous Liaisons

In the lavish period drama Dangerous Liaisons, Pfeiffer portrayed the aristocratic and cunning Madame de Tourvel. Her performance earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 61st Academy Awards. Although she lost to Jodie Foster for The Accused, the nod marked Pfeiffer’s first recognition by the Academy and confirmed her talent for complex, emotionally layered roles.

1989: Leading Actress for The Fabulous Baker Boys

One year later, Pfeiffer was nominated for Best Actress for her role as Susie Diamond, a sultry singer with a secret past, in The Fabulous Baker Boys. The film’s