Delroy Lindo Schools Influencer Over 'Emerging Artist' Label Amid Sinners Oscar Record
Veteran actor Delroy Lindo corrected an interviewer who called him an 'emerging artist.' Lindo just earned his first Oscar nomination for 'Sinners,' which broke the record with 16 nods.
Fifty years in the industry, and they still call him a "newbie." Delroy Lindo, the veteran actor currently sweeping awards season, had to gracefully correct an interviewer who labeled him an emerging artist despite his career dating back to the 1970s.
The 'Rookie Mistake' That Went Viral
In a clip shared online, an influencer interviewer referred to the 73-year-old star as an up-and-comer. Lindo, with a seasoned smile, responded, "I’ve been around for a few years. So." The interviewer later admitted it was a "rookie mistake," acknowledging Lindo's massive body of work including classics like Crooklyn (1994) and Da 5 Bloods (2020).
While the world is just now giving him "first-time" accolades, Lindo's presence in cinema has been a cornerstone for decades. His first professional credits appeared in 1979, making the "emerging" label a testament to how long the Academy sometimes takes to recognize legendary talent.
Sinners Shatters Oscars Records for 2026
The viral moment comes as Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler, makes history. The film has secured 16 nominations for the 2026 Academy Awards, officially beating the record previously held by Titanic and La La Land.
For Lindo, this marks his first-ever Oscar nomination. Despite the delay, industry experts predict he is the frontrunner for Best Supporting Actor at the ceremony on March 15.
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