Daniel Day-Lewis presenting Kathy Bates the Oscar® for Best Actress for her performance in "Misery" at the 63rd Academy Awards® in 1991. | The Academy

Kathy Bates shares her first impression of her performance in MISERY ('90) as we celebrate the film's 35th anniversary at #TCMFF. The film marked Bates' first leading role onscreen, earning her an Oscar nomination – that she won. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

Kathy Bates broke through as the chilling Annie Wilkes in Misery, a role that earned her an Oscar. Reflecting on her win, Bates fondly remembers her mother's humorous reaction and believed she missed an opportunity to honor her mother's sacrifices. Here, she discovers she hadn't. https://cbsn.ws/3XYk4pB | CBS Sunday Morning

From her Oscar-winning role in Misery to unforgettable moments in Titanic and American Horror Story, Kathy Bates has redefined what it means to be a fearless actress. 🔥 A journey of strength, talent, and timeless storytelling — discover the woman behind the iconic roles. #KathyBates #HollywoodLegend #Misery #Titanic #AmericanHorrorStory #OscarWinner #ActingJourney #ClassicCinema | Timeless Icons

Following filmmaker Rob Reiner's murder, Kathy Bates opens up about how he helped change the course of her life: "If I hadn't done 'Misery,' it would be like George Bailey going back and seeing what his life would have been like if he had never been there." | CBS News

Kathy Bates as Annie Wilkes in the film adaptation of Stephen King's psychological horror thriller 'Misery.' Bates' performance won her the Best Actress Oscar at the 63rd Academy Awards. Bates has since earned three more Oscar nominations for her performances as Libby in 'Primary Colors' (Supporting Actress), Roberta Hertzel in 'About Schmidt' (Supporting Actress) and Bobi Jewell in 'Richard Jewell' (Supporting Actress). | The Academy

Kathy Bates reflects on the emotional moment where she watched a clip of herself thanking both her parents at the Academy Awards in 1991. #Colbert | Global TV