Overview

• The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the creation of a Best Stunt Design category, debuting at the 2028 Oscars.
• This marks the first recognition of stunt work in nearly 100 years of Academy Awards history, addressing long-standing calls from the stunt community.
• Ryan Gosling spearheaded the campaign for recognition during the promotion of his 2024 film 'The Fall Guy,' which celebrates stunt performers.
• Director David Leitch and stunt coordinator Chris O’Hara were instrumental in advocating for the new category, building on decades of effort by the stunt community.
• Eva Mendes publicly praised Gosling’s efforts, calling the achievement a 'HUGE success' and congratulating the stunt community for this milestone.