"The First Lady of the Silent Screen," Lillian Gish was the movie industry's first true actress. A pioneer of fundamental film performing techniques, she was the first star to recognize the many crucial differences between acting for the stage and ... Read Full Biography
| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Independent Spirit Awards | Best Actress | The Whales of August | Nominated |
| 1987 | National Board of Review | Best Actress | The Whales of August | Won |
| 1967 | Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | The Comedians | Nominated |
| 1946 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Supporting Actress | Duel in the Sun | Nominated |
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