Throughout its history, the motion picture academy has selected well over 100 people to receive honorary Oscars. Many of them had never won competitive Academy Awards in their careers, so the trophy was a way of making that up to them. Let’s look back at all previous acting recipients in our photo gallery.
For acting, writing, directing and producing “The Circus.”
For his outstanding comedy creation, “Charlie McCarthy.”
Recognizing the unique and outstanding contribution of Douglas Fairbanks, first President of the Academy, to the international development of the motion picture.
In recognition of his unselfish services to the Motion Picture Industry.
For his outstanding achievement as actor, producer and director in bringing “Henry V” to the screen.
For bringing hope and courage to his fellow veterans through his appearance in “The Best Years of Our Lives.”
For his able and heart-warming characterization of Uncle Remus, friend and story teller to the children of the world in Walt Disney’s “Song of the South.”
For his unique artistry and his contributions to the technique of musical pictures.
For distinguished service to the motion picture industry.
For his services in interpreting the film industry to the country at large.
In appreciation of his versatility as an actor, singer, director and dancer, and specifically for his brilliant achievements in the art of choreography on film.
For his contribution to the laughter of the world, his service to the motion picture industry, and his devotion to the American premise.
Master comedian and good citizen.
For her unforgettable screen performances.
For his unique talents, his service to the Academy, the motion picture industry, and the American people.
For distinguished service to the film industry.
For his contributions to the world of entertainment for more than half a century.
For his unique talents which brought immortal comedies to the screen.
For his many memorable screen performances and the international recognition he as an individual has gained for the motion picture industry.
For his creative pioneering in the field of cinema comedy.
For his unique mastery of the art of screen acting with the respect and affection of his colleagues.
For superlative artistry and for distinguished contribution to the progress of motion pictures.
For the incalculable effect he has had in making motion pictures the art form of this century.
Who achieved greatness as a player, a patron of the arts and a dedicated citizen…in sum, a Renaissance man. From his friends in the industry he loves.
In recognition of his brilliant creativity and for the unequalled achievements of the Marx brothers in the art of motion picture comedy.
In recognition of her unique contributions to the film industry and the development of film as an artistic medium.
For the full body of his work, for the unique achievements of his entire career and his lifetime of contribution to the art of film.
For advancing the art of screen acting through a host of memorable and distinguished characters.
The consummate actor, in recognition of his brilliant accomplishments and enduring contribution to the art of motion pictures.
For superlative creativity and unique contribution to the art of screen acting.
In recognition of his 60 years of versatility in a variety of memorable film performances.
For his 50 years of memorable performances. For his high ideals both on and off the screen. With the respect and affection of his colleagues.
In recognition of his many and memorable compelling screen performances and for his personal integrity and dedication to his craft.
For his unique artistry and his distinguished service to the profession of acting.
One of the genuine treasures of world cinema who, in a career rich with memorable performances, has added permanent luster to our art form.
In recognition of her extraordinary qualities both on screen and off, with appreciation for a lifetime’s worth of indelible performances.
In appreciation for a full career’s worth of elegant and beautifully crafted performances.
For fifty years as a creative and moral force in the motion picture community.
In recognition of his remarkable accomplishments as an artist and as a human being.
Actor, director, producer, creator of Sundance, inspiration to independent and innovative filmmakers everywhere.
Whose remarkable talents have provided cinema history with some of its most memorable characters.
In recognition of her central place in the golden age of motion pictures.
For a lifetime’s worth of indelible screen characters.
For his legacy of consistent excellence and uncommon versatility.
An entertainment icon who has created some of cinema’s most memorable characters, inspiring generations of actors.
In recognition of his extraordinary talents and the unique inspiration he has brought to the art of motion pictures.
One of Hollywood’s brightest stars, whose inspiring performances glowed with passion, warmth and strength.
Who has illuminated the human experience through her brilliant, passionate and fearless performances.
Charming audiences with his dazzling athleticism, inventive stunt work and boundless charisma.
For a lifetime of indelible characters, rendered with unwavering truthfulness.
Whose unforgettable performances and personal integrity have inspired generations of filmmakers, actors and audiences.
Wes Studi, star of “The Last of the Mohicans” and “Heat.”
