Need that obscure bit of trivia for an Oscar party? Want to know what an Oscar winner does in his or her spare time? From the funny to the random, here’s the dish on some of this year’s nominees, from Imdb.com.

Abigail Breslin, nominated for Best Supporting Actress, wore a fat suit to play Olive Hoover in “Little Miss Sunshine.”

Helen Mirren, nominated for Best Actress, played both Queen Elizabeth I (on TV) in 2005 and Queen Elizabeth II in 2006 and won awards for each performance.

“The Devil Wears Prada” marks Meryl Streep’s 14th Oscar nomination, the most in Academy history – this time for Best Actress.

Jennifer Hudson, nominated for Best Supporting Actress, had to beat more than 750 other actresses (including Fantasia Barrino) to be cast in her debut film role.

“Dreamgirls” now has the record for the most Oscar nominations, eight, without being nominated for Best Picture.

Clint Eastwood, nominated for Best Director, didn’t receive any Oscar nomination as a director or actor until he was 62.

Peter O’Toole, nominated for Best Actor, used to coach professional cricket in London.

Judi Dench, nominated for Best Actress, originated the role of Sally Bowles in “Cabaret” in London.

Cate Blanchett, nominated for Best Supporting Actress, is the first Oscar winner to be awarded for playing a real Oscar winner.

Martin Scorcese, nominated for Best Director, refuses to shoot movies digitally and continues to use film.

Out of the five nominees for Best Picture, only “The Queen” received an acting nomination.

“Dreamgirls” received three nominations for Best Song.