This win was significant for a couple of reasons:
* It was his third Best Actor Oscar. This made him the only male actor to win three Best Actor Oscars in the history of the Academy Awards.
* He only accepted three acting roles between 1997 and 2012. Day-Lewis is known for his meticulous preparation and dedication to his craft, often disappearing from the public eye for years to immerse himself in roles. This long hiatus between films made his "Lincoln" win even more impressive.
While Day-Lewis hasn't explicitly stated that "Lincoln" was his final acting role, he has expressed a desire to pursue other interests beyond acting.
It is important to note that Day-Lewis is not the only person with three acting Oscars. Meryl Streep holds the record with three Best Actress Oscars.