Andrew Jackson. Andrew Jackson, considered the father of the modern Presidency, significantly contributed to the expansion of that office. He was considered the first popularly elected President, and, throughout his Presidency, acted his role as a populist. Elected 1828 1832.
Unlike later ceremonies, an actor or director could be awarded for multiple works within a year. Emil Jannings, for example, was given the Best Actor award for his work in both The Way of All Flesh and The Last Command. Moreover, Charlie Chaplin and Warner Brothers each received an Honorary Award.
Throughout this Oscar season, we are looking back at some of the great moments in Academy Awards history. At the 74th Academy Awards in 2002, actress Halle Berry became the first black woman to win an Oscar for Actress in a Leading Role, given for her part in Monster's Ball.. It marked Berry's first Academy Award win overall. Actor Russell Crowe presented her with the Oscar.