Award shows conventionally sort male and female actors into separate categories. This has changed in recent years with the Brit Awards, the Grammys, and, now, the Independent Spirit Awards has joined the trend by going neutral going forward.
News of the decision is reported today in an article from The Hollywood Reporter. Best actor and actress, supporting actor and actress awards for film and television will now be nominated together in gender-neutral categories, with a combined total number of nominees for lead and supporting performances. Film Independent (the non-profit which holds the ceremony for independent projects) president Josh Welsh says they are thrilled to be doing this, and are looking forward to giving space to actors who do not identify as either of the two main genders.
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