An Oscars Apology for Sacheen Littlefeather, 50 Years After Brando Protest - The New York Times

The Apache activist and actress was booed onstage in 1973 after she refused the best actor award on Marlon Brando’s behalf and criticized Hollywood for its depictions of Native Americans.

She introduced herself, then explained that Mr. Brando would not be accepting the award because of his concerns about the image of Native American people in film and television and by the government.… [+1001 chars]

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