Marlon Brando's Oscar snub, Ellen DeGeneres selfie, and Jennifer Lawrence tripping incident: Top 10 controversial moments in Oscars history

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Marlon Brando's Oscar snub, Ellen DeGeneres selfie, and Jennifer Lawrence tripping incident: Top 10 controversial moments in Oscars history

From Smith’s slapgate to Jennifer Lawrence's tripping, Academy’s greatest bits

Published: March 10, 2023 16:13 Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Jimmy Kimmel — The Academy Awards have provided us with countless unforgettable moments over the years. From surprising wins to controversial speeches, the Oscars have always been a source of entertainment and drama. Here are some of the most memorable moments that have left a lasting impact on Hollywood. Image Credit: insta/jimmykimmel

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20221214 will smith — Will Smith Slaps Chris Rock for Insulting His Wife: The 2022 Oscars saw a dramatic moment when Will Smith slapped Chris Rock twice for making a joke about his wife's hair loss. The incident left everyone stunned and is still remembered as one of the most controversial moments in Oscar history. Image Credit: Reuters

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Actress ANGELINA JOLIE & brother JAMES HAVEN at the Golden Globe Awards where she won for Best Supporting Actress in a Movie for — The Famous Kiss!: Angelina Jolie shocked the world with a kiss with James Haven on the 2001 Oscars red carpet. The moment left an indelible mark on the history of the Academy. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Copy of Film-Oscar_Apology-Sacheen_Littlefeather_16208.jpg-f027d-1660632847355 — Marlon Brando Declines His Oscar In 1973: Marlon Brando refused to attend the Oscars ceremony despite winning the award for his performance in The Godfather. Instead, he sent Native American civil rights activist Sacheen Littlefeather to accept the award on his behalf and deliver a message about the mistreatment of Native Americans in the film industry. Image Credit: AP

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Actor Don Ameche holds the Oscar he received for best supporting actor for his role in — Cher's Unforgettable Showgirl Dress: Cher's iconic black feather headpiece and spangled cage top from the 1986 Oscars has become legendary in fashion history. The dress was a statement against the Academy's disapproval of her style and personal life. Image Credit: AP

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Actress Jennifer Lawrence falls as she walks up the steps to accept the award for best actress for her role in — Jennifer Lawrence's tripping incident in 2013: Jennifer Lawrence famously tripped on her way up to accept her Best Actress Oscar for Silver Linings Playbook, but recovered with a charming and endearing acceptance speech. Image Credit: Reuters

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The selfie (from left): Jared Leto, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Channing Tatum, Ellen DeGeneres, Julia Roberts, Kevin Spacey, Bradley Cooper, Brad Pitt, Lupita Nyong’o, Peter Nyong’o Jr., and Angelina Jolie. — Ellen DeGeneres' star-studded selfie in 2014: Host Ellen DeGeneres took a selfie with a group of Hollywood stars during the ceremony, which went viral and briefly crashed Twitter. Image Credit: AP

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Actors Faye Dunaway (L) and Warren Beatty speak onstage during the 89th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 26, 2017 in Hollywood, California. — Wrong Best Picture winner announced in 2017: In a shocking moment, presenters Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway announced the wrong winner for Best Picture, mistakenly awarding it to La La Land instead of the actual winner, Moonlight. Image Credit: AFP

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Meryl Streep at the 84th Annual Academy Awards at the Hollywood & Highland Theatre, Hollywood. February 26, 2012 — Meryl Streep's record-breaking 21st Oscar nomination in 2021: Meryl Streep earned her 21st Oscar nomination for her role in The Prom, breaking her own record as the most nominated actor in Oscar history. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Singer Bjork arrives at the 73rd annual Academy Awards in her infamous swan gown, pictured in this March 25, 2001 file photo, in Los Angeles. That gown will not be included in this year's Oscar fashion show, which will highlight signature gowns from red carpets past. — Bjork's swan dress in 2001 Icelandic singer Bjork made a fashion statement in her infamous swan dress at the 2001 Oscars, leaving many stunned and confused. Image Credit: AP

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Halle Berry holding her Oscar at the Academy Awards. — Halle Berry's emotional Best Actress win in 2002: Halle Berry made history as the first Black woman to win the Best Actress Oscar for her role in Monster's Ball, giving a tearful and unforgettable acceptance speech. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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