Film

Oscars academy to apologise to Sacheen Littlefeather after 1973 speech declining Marlon Brando’s award

The Native American actor appeared at 1973 Oscars to decline Brando’s best actor award at his request

Native American actor Sacheen Littlefeather speaks at the 45th Academy Awards in 1973. Photograph: Bettmann/Getty
Native American actor Sacheen Littlefeather speaks at the 45th Academy Awards in 1973. Photograph: Bettmann/Getty
Mike Bedigan
Tue Aug 16 2022 - 07:20 • 3 MIN READ
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