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15 Actors Who Got Oscar Nominations for Their First Ever Roles

There are a lot of actors in Hollywood who work their entire careers for that sweet, sweet Oscar recognition. And a lot of the time, they won't even get a nomination, let alone a win - just ask Donald Sutherland. But these folk managed to do it for their first role.
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