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Streakers, X-Rated Movies and LSD: The Craziest Tales in the History of the Oscars


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Sunday, March 2nd 2025 at 6:44 GMT by People   Print publication without navigation

  • On the eve of the 97th annual Academy Awards, let's revisit some of the wildest things that have ever gone down in the name of the little golden man

The article from People magazine titled "12 Crazy Stories from Oscars History" delves into some of the most bizarre and memorable moments from the Academy Awards. It recounts incidents like the infamous 2017 Best Picture mix-up where "La La Land" was mistakenly announced as the winner instead of "Moonlight." Other stories include the time when a streaker ran across the stage in 1974, the unexpected and controversial win of "Crash" over "Brokeback Mountain" in 2006, and the chaotic 1989 ceremony where Rob Lowe performed in an awkward opening number with Snow White. The piece also touches on the 1973 Oscars where Sacheen Littlefeather declined Marlon Brando's Best Actor award on his behalf to protest the treatment of Native Americans in film, and the 1999 incident where Roberto Benigni climbed over chairs to accept his award for "Life is Beautiful." These anecdotes highlight the unpredictable nature of the Oscars, showcasing moments of shock, humor, and protest that have become part of its storied history.

Read the Full People Article at:
[ https://people.com/the-academy-awards-12-crazy-stories-from-oscars-history-11687148 ]

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