Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which actor refused to accept the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of General Patton?"
In 1971, George C. Scott made headlines by refusing to accept his Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the title role of Patton. Months earlier, Scott had sent a telegram to the Motion Picture Academy rejecting his nomination as best actor, citing his disapproval of the voting process and his disdain for competition among actors. His win at the award ceremony came as a shock to the audience, and led award presenter Goldie Hawn to famously announce, "Oh my God. It's George C. Scott!" Marlon Brando would do the same thing two years later, rejecting the Best Actor Oscar for The Godfather.
