The 32nd Academy Awards ceremony was held on April 4, 1960, at the RKO Pantages Theatre, to honor the films of 1959.
William Wyler, Best Director winner
Charlton Heston, Best Actor winner
Simone Signoret, Best Actress winner
Hugh Griffith, Best Supporting Actor winner
The 31st Academy Awards ceremony was held on April 6, 1959, to honor the best films of 1958. The night was dominated by Gigi, which won nine Oscars, breaking the previous record of eight set by Gone with the Wind and tied by From Here to Eternity and On the Waterfront.
People lining the street under the marquee of the Pantages Theater at the 31st Academy Awards.
Vincente Minnelli; Best Director winner
David Niven; Best Actor winner
Susan Hayward; Best Actress winner