| Special Awards | ||
| Year | Name | Award |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | James Baskett | Academy Special Award, for his characterization of Uncle Remus in Song of the South. |
| 1995 | Quincy Jones | Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award |
| 2002 | Sidney Poitier | Academy Honorary Award, "for his extraordinary performances and unique presence on the screen and for representing the industry with dignity, style and intelligence". |
| 2011 | James Earl Jones | Academy Honorary Award, "for his legacy of consistent excellence and uncommon versatility" |
| Oprah Winfrey | Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award | |
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