Summary
Gary Oldman did Winston Churchill proud.Oldman's performance as the indomitable British statesman in "Darkest Hour" earned the best actor Oscar Sunday, capping his triumphant awards season that included a Golden Globe, BAFTA and other trophies for the role.
Oldman underwent hours of makeup to become Churchill for "Darkest Hour," which focuses on the pivotal time when the prime minister rallied his country to fight Nazi Germany.
Oldman, previously nominated for "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy," is a leading man with a character actor's portfolio.
Other winners sang Oldman's praises.
Oldman was asked what it's like to meet his younger, appreciative colleagues.
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