In 2016 , he achieved widespread notice for his performance as Kevin in Barry Jenkins ' drama film '' Moonlight '' , for which he received critical acclaim and numerous accolades . The film won several Academy Awards , including Best Picture , at the 89th annual ceremony . Holland 's performance was singled out by some film critics , including those at '' Rolling Stone '' and '' GQ '' , who dubbed him a " standout " in the film . As a member of the film 's ensemble cast , he received a nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture at the 23rd Screen Actors Guild Awards . He also received nominations for Best Supporting Actor from the Florida Film Critics Circle and Outstanding Supporting Actor at the Black Reel Awards
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89th Academy Awards
André Holland