LOS ANGELES (Feb. 22) – Heath Ledger wins the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role in ‘The Dark Knight.’ His parents and sister accepted the award on his behalf, calling the win “ever-so humbling.” After thanking several people, Heath’s father Kim said the Oscar “humbly validated Heath’s quiet determination to be truly accepted by you all here, his peers.” Ledger’s sister said they “proudly accept the award on behalf of your beautiful Matilda.” Stay Tuned for Award Updates and Full Coverage
Penelope Cruz won the supporting-actress Academy Award on Sunday for the Spanish romance “Vicky Cristina Barcelona,” while the blockbuster robot romance “WALL-E” made off with the prize for feature-length animation.
Documentary Short Subject: Smile Pinki
Documentary Feature: Man on Wire
Actor in a Supporting Role: Heath Ledger, The Dark Knight
Live Action Short Film: Spielzeugland (Toyland)
Cinematography: Slumdog Millionaire
Makeup: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Costume Design: The Duchess
Art Direction: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Animated Short Film: La Maison en Petits Cubes
Animated Feature Film: WALL-E
Adapted Screenplay: Simon Beaufoy, Slumdog Millionaire
Original Screenplay: Dustin Lance Black, Milk
Actress in a Supporting Role: Penélope Cruz, Vicky Cristina Barcelona
