Arts & Entertainment
Melissa McCarthy Lands Oscar Nod
The Plainfield native was nominated for her scene-stealing role as Megan in "Bridesmaids."
Add another feather to the cap of actress -- the native has been nominated for an Academy Award for best supporting actress for her role in Bridesmaids.
Her competiton: Bernice Bejo, The Artist; Janet McTeer, Albert Nobbs; and Jessica Chastain and Octavia Spencer, The Help.
To see the full list of nominees, click oscar.go.com/nominees.
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