River Phoenix
- Biography
- Noted for the depth, sensitivity, and intelligence that he brought to his roles during his teens, River Phoenix was on the cusp of becoming a successful adult actor when he overdosed on drugs and died on Halloween night, 1993.
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- Born
- August 23, 1970
- Died
- October 31, 1993
Awards
Golden Globes
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Nominated | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture Running on Empty (1988) |
Academy Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Supporting Actor Running on Empty (1988) |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards | Best Actor My Own Private Idaho |
National Society of Film Critics
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Won | National Society of Film Critics | Best Actor My Own Private Idaho |
Venice International Film Festival
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Won | Venice International Film Festival | Volpi Cup for Best Actor My Own Private Idaho |
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