• At the 80th Academy Awards ceremony, actress Laura Linney wore a black strapless fishtail dress designed by Michael Kors.

• 1. Dress Design: Michael Kors
  2. Jewelry Design: Cathy Waterman
  3. Linney was nominated for "Best Actress" Oscar
  4. Ceremony Date: February 24, 2008
  5. Venue: Kodak Theatre
  6. Location: Los Angeles, California
  7. Broadcast on: ABC

• Laura Linney Facts

  1. Birth Name: Laura Leggett Linney
  2. Born: February 5, 1964
  3. Birthplace: New York City
  4. Engaged to Marc Schauer
  5. Nominated for 3 Academy Awards
  6. Won 2 Emmy Awards

• Background

  Though critics were quick to point out Laura Linney's "safe" gown on the red carpet,FabSugar: Oscars Red Carpet: Laura Linney (February 24, 2008) they overall praised her fashion ensemble.

  Fashion blog FabSugar stated that Linney looked "extremely elegant and classy,"FabSugar: Oscars Red Carpet: Laura Linney (February 24, 2008) while Slate Magazine columnist Amanda Fortini liked the "simple, severe cut" of the dress.Slate: Oscar Fashion Report Card (February 25, 2008) People Magazine listed Linney as one of the best dressed nominees of the night.People: Best Dressed at the 2008 Academy Awards

  Linney was nominated for "Best Actress" for her role as Wendy Savage in The Savages. Marion Cotillard won the award during the ceremony.

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