The Oscars by the numbers: 10 significant facts about the Academy Awards
In 1963, Patty Duke made history by giving the shortest acceptance speech with only two words uttered: 'Thank You' while the longest speech ran for 6 minutes
The countdown to the Oscars has begun, and while the clock is ticking, this is the perfect time to reflect on the entertainment industry's most coveted award ceremony. Marking the 91st Academy Awards that takes place on February 24, let's check out some interesting facts about Oscars, all while going by the numbers. To start off — did you know the weight of the Oscar statuette is 8.5 pounds?
