A certain Walt Disney won an incredible 22 Oscars from 59 nominations. But never for acting or even voicing a character. The following men have all won emphatically for acting, and received several nominations. These are the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' favorite actors. 9. Michael Cain: 2 wins from 6 nominations. 8 (tied). Dustin Hoffman: 2 wins from 7 nominations. 8 (tied). Robert De Niro: 2 wins from 7 nominations. 6 (tied). Denzel Washington: 2 wins from 8 nominations. 6 (tied). Jack Lemon: 2 wins from 8 nominations. 6 (tied). Marlon Brando: 2 wins from 8 nominations. 3. Spencer Tracy: 2 wins from 10 nominations. 2. Daniel Day Lewis: 3 wins from 6 nominations. 1. Jack Nicholson: 3 wins from 12 nominations.
