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Kathy Bates won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Annie Wilkes in the 1990 psychological thriller "Misery." Her performance as the unhinged and obsessive fan who holds her favorite author captive earned her widespread critical acclaim and cemented her status as a formidable actress. Bates's portrayal of Wilkes is considered one of the most iconic and terrifying performances in cinematic history.