In 2005, of the 20 actors nominated for Oscars in the four categories, 14 thespians (70 percent) were first-timers.
Best Actors: 4 of the 5
Philip Seymour Hoffman, Terrence Howard, Heath Ledger, David Strathairn
Best Actress: 3 of the 5
Felicity Huffman, Keira Knightley, Reese Witherspoon
Supporting Actor: 4 of the 5
George Clooney, Matt Dillon, Paul Giamatti, Jake Gyllenhaal
Supporting Actress: 3 of the 5
Amy Adams, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams
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