| Year | Event | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress - Drama | The Woman King | Nominated |
| 2021 | Academy Awards | Best Actress | Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Nominated |
| 2012 | Academy Awards | Best Actress | (2011) | Nominated |
| 2009 | Academy Awards | Best Supporting Actress | (2008) | Nominated |