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The Top 5 Oldest Oscar Winners for Best Actor
| Winner | Age | Film | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Henry Fonda (1905 - 1982) | 76 years, 317 days | On Golden Pond | 1981 |
2 |
John Wayne (1907 - 1970) | 62 years, 316 days | True Grit | 1969 |
3 |
George Arliss (1868 - 1930) | 62 years, 209 days | Disraeli | 1929/1930 |
4 |
Paul Newman | 62 years, 63 day | The Color of Money | 1986 |
5 |
Jack Nicholson | 60 years, 335 days | As Good As It Gets | 1997 |
Sources: Academy Awards Database
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