Gabourey Sidibe: This Year's Oscar It-Girl

By Megan Rumph Posted Feb 24th 2010 03:36PM

Every year, there's one Oscar newcomer who designers would kill to get their dresses on.

Jennifer Hudson had the spotlight in 2007 when Vogue editor-at-large Andre Leon Talley took her under his wing. French actress Marion Cotillard was the one to watch in 2008 after her breakthrough performance in 'La Vie en Rose.' And everyone was eager to see what Freida Pinto would be wearing on the red carpet in 2009.

This year, all eyes are on Gabourey Sidibe. The 26-year-old rookie earned a Best Actress nomination for her work in 'Precious,' and fashion designers are clamoring for her attention.

"We've been offered dresses by all these huge designers," her stylist Linda Medvene told USA Today.

It's no wonder designers try to get their frocks on promising Oscar nominees -- the exposure is priceless! Magazines are eager to play fashion police, and if the wearer ends up accepting a coveted golden statue, their dress could become iconic. We all remember Gwyneth's pink princess dress, Julia's vintage black and white Valentino and Halle's revealing red gown.

While Gabourey isn't the typical stick-thin Hollywood actress, this hasn't affected the dress selection process. "Working with Gabby has been so easy because she's so comfortable with who she is, in her skin," her stylist said.

We're not surprised that designers are throwing dresses her way. Gabourey is the ultimate it-girl: hilarious, humble and extremely talented. We can't wait to see she wears on her big night!

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Gabourey Sidibe attends the Australian premiere of "Precious" at the Dendy Opera Quays on January 28, 2010 in Sydney, Australia. More photos >>

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In this film publicity image released by Lionsgate films, Gabourey Sidibe is shown in a scene from "Precious." The film was nominated Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010 for an Oscar for best picture. The 82nd Academy Awards will be presented on March 7. (AP Photo/Lionsgate, Anne Marie Fox)

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FILE - In this Nov. 14, 2009 file photo, Gabourey Sidibe arrives at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences 2009 Governors Awards in Los Angeles. Sidibe was nominated Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010 for an Oscar for best actress for her role in "Precious." The 82nd Academy Awards will be presented on March 7. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, file)

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HOLLYWOOD - JANUARY 30: Actress Gabourey Sidibe attends the 3rd Annual Midnight GRAMMY Brunch hosted by Ne-Yo at W Hollywood Hotel & Residences on January 30, 2010 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Gabourey Sidibe

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Lee Daniels and Gabourey Sidibe pose at the 62nd Annual Directors Guild Of America Awards at Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on January 30, 2010 in Century City, California. 62nd Annual DGA Awards - Press Room Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Century City, CA United States January 30, 2010 Photo by Jordan Strauss/WireImage.com To license this image (59459809), contact WireImage.com

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CENTURY CITY, CA - JANUARY 30: Actress Gabourey Sidibe poses in the press room during the 62nd Annual Directors Guild Of America Awards held at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on January 30, 2010 in Century City, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Gabourey Sidibe

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Director Lee Daniels, left, poses with his nomination plaque for best feature film director, along with actress Gabourey Sidibe in the press room at the 62nd Annual DGA Awards in Los Angeles on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010. (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg)

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Wednesday 24 February

By algonquin j. calhoun

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yeah, it's gonna take three marchesa gowns to cover this kid...

Thursday 25 February

By imjustnoisy

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Sicko

By frank

no talent looks like a donut

By Areanna26

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You're an idiot.

By bcapricorn55

Generally people usually put other people down to make them feel good about themselves...DID IT WORK FOR YOU?

Friday 26 February

By Jon

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Hey, for Gabby's next film she could play a GORILLA!!!!

By Britani

I hope they find something to make her giant face look smaller. She's so fat it is eating her face. And the only dress that will fit her is a circus tent. She really looks like an ape

By michelle

I get sick just looking at her..I usually do not make fun, but she is nasty

By sweetdollface

OMG!!!
Some of you have reverted back to High School childishness!
Does it make you feel good to call someone such ugly, mean-spirited names?
This is a very nice young lady who's acting is SO good that she's up for an Oscar! How many of you can say that?.....
That's what I thought.
Does Gabby need to lose weight? Yes. For health reasons.
She's a BEAUTIFUL young lady who needs acceptance.
Is there anyone in your life that is overweight? If so do you think calling them a 'pig' or 'an ape' or 'nasty' are positive words? Try using positive, encouraging words instead of harsh insults.
Gabby is BEAUTIFUL. It's time for so many people to wake up and realize that beauty isn't just a size 2, but that true beauty lies within.

By tom

She is so gross. Not only that she was not very good in her movie. Basically she played herself. I can not wait till she goes away.

By Izzy

There's a huge difference between not being "the typical stick-thin Hollywood actress" and being obese. She needs to lose weight for a lot of reasons, the least of which is that she's really unattractive.

By julie

Oh my. Don't be mean. Just wondering if all those designers can actually make a dress for someone this large? I know when I gained weight by the time the dress went from a size 8 to a size 18 it had turned into a sack. Always had to alter the larger size so it would have a bit of shape and fit better. Also, just because I gained weight didn't mean I grew taller or my armes got longer. I had better luck making my own dresses. Back to size 10 now, also walk 1/2 marathons.

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