MARLON BRANDO REJECTS 1973 BEST ACTOR OSCAR

On March 27, 1973, the actor Marlon Brando declines the Academy Award for Best Actor for his career-reviving performance in The Godfather.

The Native American actress Sacheen Littlefeather attended the ceremony in Brando’s place, stating that the actor “very regretfully” could not accept the award, as he was protesting Hollywood’s portrayal of Native Americans in film.

Source: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/marlon-brando-declines-best-actor-oscar

Marlon talks more about his decision to reject the Oscar for his performance in The Godfather.

His perspective on harmful stereotypes in Hollywood and representation was well ahead of his time and sadly still holds true today.

Date aired - 12th June 1973 - Marlon Brando