Kate Hudson and Goldie Hawn are not just any mother-daughter duo. The possibility of them making Oscars history at the 98th Academy Awards is a momentous occasion in the entertainment industry. While they may not be the first pair of female family members to come close to this achievement, their potential win could be groundbreaking.
Like Hudson and Hawn, several other mothers and daughters have received Oscar nominations in the past. However, no duo has seen both members take home the prestigious award—yet. Despite this, these Oscar-nominated mother-daughter pairs undeniably prove that talent and creativity run in their blood.
At this year’s ceremony, Hudson and Hawn stand on the brink of becoming the first mother and daughter to secure an Oscar win. Hudson, 46, earned a nomination for Best Actress for her role in “Song Sung Blue,” while her mother already has an Oscar under her belt from 1970 for Best Supporting Actress in “Cactus Flower.”
This isn’t Hudson’s first brush with an Oscar nomination. In 2001, she was also nominated for her supporting role in “Almost Famous.” Now, she faces tough competition in the Best Actress category against talented actresses like Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne, Renate Reinsve, and Emma Stone.
Another iconic mother-daughter pair is Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli. Minnelli won an Oscar in 1973 for her performance in “Cabaret,” while Garland, known for her timeless role in “The Wizard of Oz,” received two Oscar nominations during her career but didn’t win competitively.
Janet Leigh and Jamie Lee Curtis, the original scream queens, have also left their mark on Hollywood. Leigh received an Oscar nomination in 1961 for her role in “Psycho,” while Curtis became an Academy Award winner in 2023 for her performance in “Everything Everywhere All at Once.”
Diane Ladd and Laura Dern share an impressive legacy of Academy Award nominations. While both were recognized for their contributions to the film industry, only Dern has secured an Oscar win for her supporting role in “Marriage Story” in 2020.
Isabella Rossellini and Ingrid Bergman, a mother-daughter duo with a strong Hollywood lineage, have also made their mark. Rossellini received an Oscar nomination in 2025, while Bergman collected three wins from her seven total nominations throughout her illustrious career.
Lastly, Fernanda Montenegro and Fernanda Torres have each received Oscar nominations for their outstanding work in the film industry. Montenegro was recognized for her lead role in “Central Station,” while Torres earned a nomination for her performance in “I’m Still Here.”
The 98th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O’Brien, promises to be a star-studded event with the potential for groundbreaking achievements in the realm of cinema. As we eagerly await the results, we celebrate the legacy of these talented mother-daughter pairs who have left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
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