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The Top 5 Oldest Oscar Winners for Best Supporting Actor
| Actor | Age | Film | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
George Burns (1896 -- 1976) | 80 years, 69 days | The Sunshine Boys | 1975 |
2 |
Melvyn Douglas (1901 -- 1980) | 79 years, 9 days | Being There | 1979 |
3 |
John Gielgud (1904 -- 1982) | 77 years, 349 days | Arthur | 1981 |
4 |
Don Ameche (1908 -- 1986) | 77 years, 297 days | Cocoon | 1985 |
5 |
Jack Palance (1919 -- 1992) | 73 years, 41 days | City Slickers | 1991 |
Sources: Academy Awards Database
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