Demi Moore Scores First Oscar Nomination at 62; Clint Eastwood, Helen Mirren Achieved Similar Feats Later in Life

Demi Moore has just landed her first Oscar nomination at the age of 62, following her acclaimed performance in "The Substance." The actress, who has already taken home a Golden Globe and Critics' Choice Award for the role, revealed during her Golden Globes acceptance speech, "This is the first time I've ever won anything as an actor," despite a career spanning over 45 years. Talk about a late-blooming queen!

While some were surprised to learn Moore had never won a major acting award before, she's in good company. Hollywood has seen several legends hit their stride at awards shows later in life, proving it's never too late to shine.

Take Clint Eastwood, for instance. The Western icon didn't snag his first Oscar nomination or win until 1993, at the age of 62, for directing "Unforgiven." That same year, he also won for Best Picture and got a nod for his leading role in the film. Since then, he’s bagged a few more golden statues, including two for "Million Dollar Baby" in 2005. Not bad for a guy who started out yelling "giddy-up" on "Rawhide."

Then there’s Alan Arkin, who had to wait a whopping five decades to win his first Academy Award. After earning nominations in 1967 and 1968, Arkin finally took home the Oscar in 2007 for his unforgettable role in "Little Miss Sunshine"—at the age of 72. Sometimes, good things really do come to those who wait.

The late British actress Jessica Tandy holds the distinction of being the oldest Best Actress winner in Oscar history. At the age of 80, she won for her role in "Driving Miss Daisy" in 1991. With a career that began in 1932 and over 60 films under her belt, her victory was the cherry on top of a lifetime of achievement.

Christopher Plummer, another late bloomer, scored his first Oscar at 80 for his supporting role in "Beginners" in 2012. The prolific actor, who appeared in over 215 projects, proved age is just a number, continuing to earn nominations well into his 80s.

And who could forget Judi Dench? The British icon received her first nomination for "Mrs. Brown" in 1997 and won her first Oscar just two years later at 64, for her brief but powerful role in "Shakespeare in Love." Let’s not even get started on her six additional nominations—it’s practically a sport for her.

Morgan Freeman, everyone’s favorite narrator, won his first Oscar at 67 for "Million Dollar Baby," after three previous nominations. With that velvety voice and undeniable talent, it was only a matter of time.

Finally, there’s Helen Mirren, who won her first Academy Award at 61 for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in "The Queen." With four Oscar nominations to her name, Mirren has only gotten better with time.

It’s clear that in Hollywood, success has no expiration date. Demi Moore’s nomination is just the latest reminder that brilliance can blossom at any age—whether you’re a fresh-faced newcomer or a seasoned veteran who’s been quietly honing your craft for decades.