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Year: 1985 (58th) Academy Awards

Category: Actor in a Supporting Role

Film Title: Cocoon

Winner: Don Ameche

Presenter: Cher

Date & Venue: March 24, 1986; Dorothy Chandler Pavilion

DON AMECHE:
It would please me very much if everyone that made a creative contribution to "Cocoon" would stand here with me in spirit, because they deserve to be here. And to them I give my deep, deep thanks. To all you members of the Academy, this esteemed gentleman here [the Oscar] says that you have given to me your recognition; you've given to me your love; you have given to me, and I hope I have earned, your respect. For all these, I am deeply grateful. Thank you.

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