Historical Events tagged with "oscars"

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First Academy Awards Ceremony Held in Hollywood

May 16th, 1929 95 years ago

The first Academy Awards ceremony marked a monumental occasion in the film industry, celebrating outstanding achievements in cinema. Held at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, the event was a private dinner attended by around 270 guests. The ceremony honored films released from 1927 to 1928, with the first Oscar for Best Picture awarded to 'Wings.' This evening laid the foundation for an annual celebration that would evolve into one of the most prestigious awards ceremonies in the world.

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