Daniel Day-Lewis Announces His Retirement from Acting | THR News

Daniel Day-Lewis Announces His Retirement from Acting | THR News

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Daniel Day-Lewis, a celebrated British actor known for his Oscar-winning roles, has announced his retirement from acting. His publicist, Leslie Dart, confirmed the news, stating it is a private decision. Day-Lewis's final film, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, is set for release on December 25th. Known for his selective role choices, Day-Lewis previously took a semi-retirement in the 1990s to pursue woodworking and shoemaking. He has been nominated for an Oscar five times, winning three. Day-Lewis lives in Ireland with his wife, Rebecca Miller, and has expressed introspection about his acting career.

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Which film earned Daniel Day-Lewis one of his three Oscars?

There Will Be Blood

Gangs of New York

The Age of Innocence

The Crucible

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What is the working title of Daniel Day-Lewis's last film?

The Untitled Project

High Society

Phantom Thread

Fashion Designer

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What hobby did Daniel Day-Lewis pursue during his semi-retirement in the 1990s?

Gardening

Photography

Woodworking

Painting

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In which film did Daniel Day-Lewis portray an Irish revolutionary?

My Left Foot

The Last of the Mohicans

In the Name of the Father

Lincoln

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How many times has Daniel Day-Lewis been nominated for an Oscar?

Three

Five

Seven

Nine