First nomination as Best Supporting Actress at the 2025 Academy Awards for Jacques Audiard’s film.
Born on June 18, 1952, in Rome, Isabella Rossellini is one of the most captivating figures in international cinema. Daughter of Italian director Roberto Rossellini and Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman, she inherited the talent and charisma that made her parents legendary. Raised between Rome, Santa Marinella, and Paris, she grew up surrounded by film sets and art, developing an early passion for acting and fashion.
Despite an early childhood marked by health issues, including scoliosis that required a long period of rehabilitation, Isabella moved to the United States in 1979, obtaining dual Italian and American citizenship. She initially made her mark in the fashion world, becoming one of the most recognizable faces through collaborations with major fashion houses and her role as a Lancôme ambassador. She made her film debut in 1976, but it was with David Lynch’s Blue Velvet (1986) that she won over both audiences and critics. The film, considered a masterpiece of contemporary noir, showcased her extraordinary acting talent.
In the following years, she starred in successful films such as Death Becomes Her (1992), Fearless (1993), and The Darjeeling Limited (2007), demonstrating her artistic versatility. Now, in 2025, she is in the spotlight at the Oscars with her first nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Emilia Perez, directed by Jacques Audiard. The film, a mix of musical and drama, has received widespread critical acclaim and captivated audiences with its innovative storytelling. Isabella plays a key role that, despite limited screen time, stands out for its depth and intensity.
Her performance has been praised for conveying complex emotions without the need for lengthy dialogue, reaffirming her status as a refined and charismatic actress. This Oscar nomination is an important milestone in her career, which has already been filled with successes, and could be crowned with the most prestigious award in the film industry.
Beyond acting, Rossellini has cultivated a deep passion for nature and science over the years. She manages a farm in Long Island, where she is dedicated to sustainable farming and innovative educational projects in scientific communication. Her love for biology led her to create the series Green Porno, where she humorously explores the reproductive behavior of animals.
The Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, and anticipation is building to see if Isabella Rossellini will claim her first Oscar statuette.
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