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His first nomination came in 2004 for Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. Yes, for playing Captain Jack Sparrow—the drunken, flamboyant, eyeliner-wearing pirate we all love. He was nominated for Best Actor, but lost to Sean Penn for Mystic River. Ouch.

Then in 2005, he got a nod for Finding Neverland, playing J.M. Barrie, the guy who wrote Peter Pan. It was a very different role—sad, quiet, and full of beard-scratching. Again, no win; Jamie Foxx took it home for Ray. Poor Johnny just couldn’t catch a break.

His third and most recent nomination was in 2008 for Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. He sang, he slashed, he looked terrifyingly pale. He was up for Best Actor again, but Daniel Day-Lewis won for There Will Be Blood. At that point, you almost feel like the Academy was avoiding him.

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Some say it’s because the Academy adores “serious” dramas. Johnny’s most iconic role—Jack Sparrow—is a comedy character, even if he’s in an adventure movie. The Oscars have a weird bias against funny performances; they think drama is “harder.” Pfft, tell that to someone trying to balance on a sinking ship after three rum bottles.

Others argue that Johnny is too much of a character actor. He disappears into roles like a chameleon on a disco floor. Sometimes that scares voters, who prefer actors that feel “recognizable.” Or maybe it’s just bad luck—like showing up to an awards show in a clown suit, which he basically did one year. Remember that hat? Legendary.

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Also, let’s be real: the guy has had a tumultuous personal life, full of legal battles and headlines. The Academy often votes with their gut, and messy off-screen drama can make them hesitate. Not saying it’s fair—just saying it’s the gossip we love to chew on.