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
Black Reel Awards
Black Reel Awards of 2017
André Holland