Ten Best Actor Academy Awards winners

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The Academy Awards are one of the world's most prestigious awards for recognizing the best actors.

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Marlon Brando took home the top actor Oscar in 1973 for his performance in the film Godfather. However, the actor wasn't present to accept the award. instead,

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Sacheen Littlefeather was a Native American civil rights activist who died recently and arrived on her behalf of him to decline the award.

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Leonardo DiCaprio finally won his Best Actor Academy Award after receiving multiple nominations in 2016 due to his role in the character The Revenant.

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Matthew McConaughey bagged his Best Actor Academy Award in 2014 for his performance in Dallas Buyers Club.

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Dustin Hoffman won the Best Actor Award in 1979 for his role in Kramer vs Kramer.

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While the actor began his speech on a humorous note, he quickly turned severe and presented his prize to the artist community, praising the struggle of artists.

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Joaquin Phoenix received his Best Actor Academy Award in 2020. The actor then delivered an emotional speech focused on getting second chances and learning from mistakes.

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Tom Hanks' performance in Forrest Gump received critical acclaim and praise from the crowd.

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Daniel Day-Lewis, who won Lincoln's third Best Actor Academy Award, was overwhelmed with emotions as he celebrated his award.

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Will Smith received his Best Actor Academy Award win in 2022.

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It was among the most controversial Oscars moments since the actor was awarded the award moments after a confrontation with the host Chris Rock.

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William Holden holds the record for the longest Academy Award acceptance speech for the Best Actor.

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Denzel Washington was awarded his Best Actor Academy Award in 2002 for his performance on Training Day.

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Denzel Washington's acceptance speech spoke highly of his idol Sidney Poitier, as he was talking about following his example in all that he does.

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