While several actors have three Oscars (such as Jack Nicholson and Meryl Streep), Daniel Day-Lewis holds the unique distinction of being the only person to win three times in the 'Best Actor' (Lead) category. He won his first in 1990 for 'My Left Foot,' his second in 2008 for 'There Will Be Blood,' and his record-breaking third in 2013 for his portrayal of Abraham Lincoln in 'Lincoln.' Day-Lewis is famous for his extreme method acting, often staying in character for the entire duration of a shoot, even off-camera. For 'Lincoln,' he spent a year researching and practiced the President’s specific high-pitched voice for months before filming began. After his third win, he notably stepped away from acting for long periods, eventually announcing his retirement in 2017, leaving behind a legacy as arguably the most decorated leading man in cinema history.