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Wait, Did A Dog Really Win The First Oscar For Best Actor?
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold)
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Rin Tin Tin, a heroic canine, was rumored to have won the first Best Actor Oscar, but the truth behind this Hollywood legend is revealed.
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- In 1927, Rin Tin Tin, the iconic German Shepherd, was said to have received the most votes for the first Best Actor Oscar, but the Academy ultimately decided to give the award to Emil Jannings.
- The story of Rin Tin Tin's almost-Oscar win has become a enduring Hollywood myth, captivating industry insiders and movie fans alike, who wonder what could have been if the beloved dog had taken home the trophy.
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Rin Tin Tin, Emil Jannings