Spike Lee wins his first Oscar, 30 years after 'Do the Right Thing
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Spike Lee was awarded an honorary Oscar in 2015, but last night's win was his first competitive Academy Award. The acclaimed director took home the trophy for Best Adapted Screenplay.
Spike Lee was awarded an honorary Oscar in 2015, but last night's win was his first competitive Academy Award. The acclaimed director took home the trophy for Best Adapted Screenplay.
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