Cate Blanchett Nominated for Oscar for 'Lord of the Rings' Role

Cate Blanchett Lost Out to Gwyneth Paltrow in 2002

'Fellowship of the Ring' and 'Two Towers' Casts Honored

Cate Blanchett was nominated for an Academy Award for her role as Galadriel in the 2001 film "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring." However, she lost out to Gwyneth Paltrow, who won for her performance in "Shakespeare in Love."

Blanchett was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award for her role in "The Fellowship of the Ring," but she lost to Hilary Swank, who won for her performance in "Boys Don't Cry."

Despite not winning an Oscar or Golden Globe, Blanchett's performance in "The Fellowship of the Ring" was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. She was praised for her ethereal beauty and her ability to bring Galadriel to life on screen.

Blanchett reprised her role as Galadriel in the 2002 sequel, "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers." She was not nominated for an Academy Award or Golden Globe for her performance in this film.

The cast and crew of "The Fellowship of the Ring" and "The Two Towers" were honored with several awards, including:

• Academy Award for Best Visual Effects (2002)
• Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture - Drama (2002)
• BAFTA Award for Best Film (2002)