Monica Barbaro, First-Time Oscar Nominee, Is Plotting a Way to Meet Joan Baez
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Monica Barbaro, recognized for her role in 'A Complete Unknown' as Joan Baez, has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. This nomination marks a significant milestone in her career, paralleling the excitement of headlining the Newport Folk Festival. Barbaro expressed her astonishment at the nomination, recalling her emotional reaction while in London. She emphasized the overwhelming nature of this recognition and her appreciation for the competition within the category, demonstrating humility and gratitude towards fellow nominees.
"It's beyond comprehension at this point in my career. Every moment of this film has been one more completely life-changing experience on top of the next."
"I had made peace with it potentially not happening, and that allows even more space to be more excited."
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