LOS ANGELES — Golden Globe nominee Glenn Close said she prepares for disappointment ahead of each awards ceremony.

The US actress has enjoyed a glittering career, earning plaudits and prizes for her roles in films such as Fatal Attraction, Dangerous Liaisons and Albert Nobbs.

Close, 71, could add to her extensive awards collection at the 76th Golden Globes on Sunday, where she is nominated for best actress in recognition of her portrayal of a beleaguered spouse in drama The Wife.

Close, who has been nominated for six Academy Awards, said she does not get her hopes up ahead of awards ceremonies.

Speaking at the Bafta Los Angeles Tea Party, she told the Press Association: “I find myself, to be absolutely honest, to be steeling myself to lose.

“It’s really interesting having been here all these years, in some ways there are certain parts that I think are a little bit more... my part is largely silent. It’s not flashy so I’d be very surprised (if I won). And I do believe to be in the room is a huge honor.

“Whether you win or not, I don’t like being put in a win-lose situation with wonderful artists. If I win, I’ll be thrilled, if I lose, that’s life.”

Close is up against Lady Gaga for A Star Is Born, Nicole Kidman for Destroyer, Melissa McCarthy for Can You Ever Forgive Me? and Rosamund Pike in A Private War.

The 76th Golden Globes take place in Los Angeles on Sunday. — Agencies