The Academy Awards, Hollywood's most prestigious night, celebrates cinematic excellence. However, beyond the glamour lies an intriguing phenomenon that has puzzled many: the so-called "Oscar Curse." This superstition suggests that winning an Oscar can lead to a decline in an actor's career or personal life.
The notion of the Oscar Curse dates back to the early days of the Academy Awards. Hattie McDaniel's Best Supporting Actress win in 1940 for "Gone with the Wind" marked a significant milestone as the first African American to receive an Oscar.
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