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Thank the

Academy

A visualization of how Oscar winners express gratitude.

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Before thanking parents, thank the suits who write the checks

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Alligator tears? Actors get misty-eyed more frequently than directors

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Stats perfect for making you sound smart at the next cocktail party

speeches

The complete recipient list since 1953 of five surveyed categories

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Are you more a Halle Berry or a Joe Pesci speech maker?