“The King’s Speech” wins best picture (2011)
Just about everyone knew that The Social Network and The King’s Speech would walk away with awards galore – however no one could have predicted by how much. While no one doubted for a second that Colin Firth would walk away with the award for Best Actor, everyone was certain that The Social Network would emerge victorious in the Best Picture field – but boy, were they wrong. From 12 nominations, The King’s Speech walked away with nine awards that night – beating out The Social Network by just one.
The King’s Speech Wins Best Picture 2011
Grace Kelly beats Judy Garland for best actress (1955)
Ahem, it doesn’t get classier or more iconic than the likes of Judy Garland. Especially when discussing her performance in A Star Is Born. Heck, critics and press alike were absolutely smitten – NBC even sent a crew to chat with Garland after her son was born. No one could have anticipated that Judy Garland wouldn’t walk away a winner that night. Instead Grace Kelly snagged the Best Actress award for her role in The Country Girl. Guess you never know what’s round the bend!
Grace Kelly Beats Judy Garland For Best Actress 1955
