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Oscars Buzz: Buckley Leads Best Actress Race

9/13/2025

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Variety's Awards Circuit, curated by Clayton Davis, updates predictions for the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, and Tonys weekly based on industry buzz.
Jessie Buckley leads for Best Actress in "Hamnet," with Renate Reinsve in "Sentimental Value" as a close second.
Emily Blunt tops early Best Supporting Actress predictions, with Ariana Grande and Glenn Close also in the mix.
Kate Hudson's performance in "Song Sung Blue" could gain late-season traction.
Other contenders include Julia Roberts, Sydney Sweeney, and Jennifer Lawrence, with all predictions subject to change.

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Variety's Awards Circuit, curated by Clayton Davis, updates predictions for the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, and Tonys weekly based on industry buzz.
Jessie Buckley leads for Best Actress in "Hamnet," with Renate Reinsve in "Sentimental Value" as a close second.
Emily Blunt tops early Best Supporting Actress predictions, with Ariana Grande and Glenn Close also in the mix.
Kate Hudson's performance in "Song Sung Blue" could gain late-season traction.
Other contenders include Julia Roberts, Sydney Sweeney, and Jennifer Lawrence, with all predictions subject to change.