Monica Barbaro Earns First Oscar Nomination for 'A Complete Unknown'

The Bay Area native is recognized for her portrayal of Joan Baez as the Bob Dylan biopic garners eight Academy Award nominations.

Monica Barbaro, a San Francisco-born actress, received her first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Joan Baez in 'A Complete Unknown.'
'A Complete Unknown,' directed by James Mangold, secured eight Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and acting nods for Timothée Chalamet and Edward Norton.
Barbaro underwent intensive training to replicate Baez's guitar skills and vocal style, even consulting with the folk icon herself for guidance.
Currently in London filming 'Crime 101,' Barbaro expressed her gratitude for the nomination, calling it a surreal and career-defining moment.
The 97th Academy Awards will take place on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Conan O’Brien.