Sean Penn’s major awards
He’s often called the greatest actor of his generation, yet Sean Penn has only one Oscar. His performance as Harvey Milk in “Milk” marks his fifth nomination -- all for leading performances -- so, if the early award shows are any indicator, this could be his year to make a matched set.
OSCAR
2004: Lead actor for “Mystic River”
CRITICS CHOICE AWARD
2009: Lead actor and shared the acting ensemble award for “Milk”
2004: Lead actor for “Mystic River”
GOLDEN GLOBE
2004: Lead actor in a dramatic film for “Mystic River”
INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARD
1996: Male lead for “Dead Man Walking”
SCREEN ACTORS GUILD
2009: Male lead for “Milk”
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