#2: Nick Nolte, 48th Golden Globe Awards, 1991

Category: Best Actor

Barbra Streisand’s foray into directing and acting in The Prince of Tides showcased her multifaceted talent, with Nick Nolte stepping into the spotlight as the film’s titular character. Critics lauded Streisand’s adept direction, noting her ability to draw out a stellar performance from Nolte.

In a surprising turn of events, Nolte clinched the Golden Globe for Best Actor in 1991, triumphing over Sir Anthony Hopkins’ iconic portrayal of the chilling Dr. Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs. While Hopkins’ portrayal has solidified his status as a Hollywood legend, Nolte’s performance as Tom Wingo has sadly faded from the limelight over the years.