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On February 29, 1940, Hattie McDaniel became the first African-American to win an Academy Award. She won the 1939 Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance as Mammy in "Gone With the Wind."
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Who was the first African American actress to win an Oscar?
Hattie McDaniel
Was Eddie Robinson the first African American to win an Oscar?
No, Hattie McDaniel was the first African-American win an Oscar. She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress, and she won for her role as Mammy in Gone with the Wind (1939).
Who was the last African American to win an Oscar?
Hattie McDaniel for "Gone with the Wind"
What Oscar was Halle Berry first African American to win?
Best Actress
Who was the first African American to win Best Song?
Isaac Hayes was the first African American to win the Oscar for Best Song. He won for writing the "Theme from Shaft" in 1971.
What are 3 5 facts about Halle Berry?
Was fort african American movie to win Oscar
What are 3-5 facts about Halle Berry?
Was fort african American movie to win Oscar
Who was the first African American female actress to win an Oscar for best leading actress?
halle berry
Who was the first African American to win an Oscar for Best Actor?
Sidney Poitier for Lilies of the Field (1963)
Who was the first African American to win a Oscar and why?
Hattie McDonald for her part in Gone with the Wind . She won in 1940.
Which African American won an Oscar in 2010?
Geoffrey Fletcher is the African American who won an Oscar in 2010.
Who was the first African American to win an Oscar award?
Hattie McDaniels Best Supporting actress in Gone with The Wind
