Renate Reinsve Makes Oscars History with Asymmetrical Louis Vuitton Gown

The 'Sentimental Value' star is the first Norwegian to be nominated for Best Actress in 50 years.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 1:03am by Ben Kaplan

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Norwegian actress Renate Reinsve, known for her roles in films like 'The Worst Person in the World' and 'Sentimental Value', has made history as the first Norwegian actress to be nominated for Best Actress at the Oscars in 50 years. Reinsve walked the red carpet at the 2026 Academy Awards in a sleek red strapless dress by Louis Vuitton with an asymmetrical draping effect.

Why it matters

Reinsve's Oscar nomination marks a significant milestone for Norwegian cinema, as the country has not had a Best Actress nominee since Liv Ullmann in 1976. Her acclaimed performance in 'Sentimental Value' has earned her widespread recognition and critical acclaim, further solidifying her status as a rising star in the industry.

The details

In 'Sentimental Value', Reinsve plays Nora, one of two sisters who reunite with their estranged father, a once-renowned director played by Stellan Skarsgård. The film follows the complicated relationship between the siblings and their father, as well as Nora's interactions with a young Hollywood actress who has been cast in her father's comeback film. Reinsve has collaborated with director Joachim Trier on several projects, including 'The Worst Person in the World', for which she won the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2021.

  • Reinsve received her first Oscar nomination in 2026, making her the first Norwegian actress to be recognized in the category in 50 years.
  • Reinsve previously won the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2021 for her performance in 'The Worst Person in the World'.

The players

Renate Reinsve

A Norwegian actress who has received critical acclaim for her performances in films such as 'The Worst Person in the World' and 'Sentimental Value'. She is the first Norwegian actress to be nominated for Best Actress at the Oscars in 50 years.

Joachim Trier

A Norwegian film director who has collaborated with Renate Reinsve on several projects, including 'The Worst Person in the World' and 'Sentimental Value'.

Stellan Skarsgård

A Swedish actor who plays the role of a once-renowned director in the film 'Sentimental Value', which stars Renate Reinsve.

Elle Fanning

An American actress who plays a young Hollywood star in 'Sentimental Value', a role that creates tension between Reinsve's character and her estranged father.

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What they’re saying

“I think we recognize something in each other, the playfulness, and to be able to laugh about these things and be curious and also go really deep into these themes. And we kind of have the same questions about it, not necessarily wanting an answer, but seeing the complexities and seeing what it is and the way you write your characters and your scripts. They're so complex and they're so dynamic and characters, they are never judged with all their chaos.”

— Renate Reinsve (Deadline)

The takeaway

Renate Reinsve's Oscar nomination represents a significant milestone for Norwegian cinema, as she is the first actress from the country to be recognized in the Best Actress category in 50 years. Her acclaimed performances in films like 'The Worst Person in the World' and 'Sentimental Value' have earned her widespread critical acclaim and solidified her status as a rising star in the industry.