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Emmys are called that after a French alteration of the television crew slang term "Immy", short for "image orthicon", a camera tube used to transmit television-picture signals.
There is a legend that when the statuette was shown to the staff of the Academy, one secretary said that it reminded her of her "Uncle Oscar". The name stuck. The history of the Oscars is very interesting, so see the related link.
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What award do you win at the Academy Awards?
You win an Academy Award and are presented with a trophy which is nicknamed Oscar, so sometimes it is said you have won an Oscar at the Academy Awards.
What is the difference between the Academy Awards and Oscars?
It's the same award. 'OSCAR' is a nickname for it.
Who was the first dog to be nominated for an Oscar?
There are no Academy Awards categories for animals.
Another name for an Oscar?
"Oscar" is a nickname for the Academy Award, given each year by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS). The origin of the term "Oscar" is a bit murky, but it has been in usage since at least the late 1930s.
Did Justin bieber win the americas music awards yesterday?
no he did not win the americas music awards yesterday
Who is the founder of the Oscar awards?
louis mayor is the founder of oscar awards
Why does the Oscars have its name?
Someone looked at the statue and said; "That looks like my uncle Oscar", and the Academy Awards were called Oscar after that.
What is Oscar's awards?
The film awards
Why is it called Oscar?
An employee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences reportedly said the awards statuette reminded her of her Uncle Oscar.
What industry gives out Oscar awards?
The film industry presents Oscar awards every year.
How do you Watch Oscar Awards 2017 Live Stream?
Watch Oscar Awards 2017 Live Stream
What field do the Oscar awards recognize?
The Oscar Awards recognize excellence in the field of motion picture production and performance.
Did Miley Cyrus win a Oscar in the 2009 Oscar awards?
No. She wasn't nominated for an Oscar.
Which awards are known as the Oscar of the business world?
Stevie Awards
What do you win at the Academy Awards?
an Oscar
Who is Oscar's Cousin?
Obie (awards)
Which awards have five letters in?
Oscar
