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Which role did Scott famously decline an Oscar for?

  • General Patton

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  • Dr. Herbert Bock

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The Oscar-declining role for which George C. Scott is renowned is General Patton, a role he masterfully portrayed in the critically acclaimed 1970 biopic "Patton." Despite his exceptional performance, Scott infamously declined the Academy Award for Best Actor, making a bold statement about the industry's award culture and emphasizing his belief in the intrinsic value of acting rather than external recognition.
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