The Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress honors outstanding performances by female actors in supporting roles. Established in 1936, this category has recognized a diverse array of talent, with Hattie McDaniel becoming the first African American to win an Oscar for her role in "Gone with the Wind" in 1940. This year, nominees include Ariana Grande for "Wicked" and Zoe Saldaña for "Emilia Pérez," among others.