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Year: 1974 (47th) Academy Awards

Category: Actor in a Supporting Role

Film Title: The Godfather Part II

Winner: Robert De Niro (not present; accepted by director Francis Ford Coppola)

Presenter: Tatum O'Neal, Ryan O'Neal

Date & Venue: April 8, 1975; Dorothy Chandler Pavilion


FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA:
Well, I'm happy that one of my boys made it. I think this is a very richly deserved award. I think Robert De Niro is an extraordinary actor and he is going to enrich the films that are made for years to come, and I thank you on his behalf.

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[Note: All winners are present except where noted; NOT all winners may have spoken.]

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