The Substance” has paved the way for what could be Demi Moore’s first Oscar, but as the actress has candidly shared during her award season sweep, the road to this career-defining moment has been long.

Whether or not Moore wins the Best Actress Oscar, she has changed how we think about acting: who gets to be taken seriously, and who doesn’t?

Demi Moore's red carpet style is legendary; see her Oscars best ahead of this year's ceremony where she's nominated for "The Substance."