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Kate Hudson Earns Second Oscar Nomination After 25 Years

2/17/2026

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Kate Hudson, actress, is celebrating an Oscar nomination for Song Sung Blue, a musical drama about a couple who formed a Neil Diamond tribute band.
The nomination marks Hudson's second Oscar nod, 25 years after her first for Almost Famous.
Hudson finds Claire Sardina complex and rewarding, reflecting the emotional journey of portraying her.
She credits her parents for a strong work ethic and for nurturing the film industry.

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Story summary

Kate Hudson, actress, is celebrating an Oscar nomination for Song Sung Blue, a musical drama about a couple who formed a Neil Diamond tribute band.
The nomination marks Hudson's second Oscar nod, 25 years after her first for Almost Famous.
Hudson finds Claire Sardina complex and rewarding, reflecting the emotional journey of portraying her.
She credits her parents for a strong work ethic and for nurturing the film industry.