On This Day - February 29 Feb 29, 2024 6:44:47 GMT -6 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by NerdiestKen on Feb 29, 2024 6:44:47 GMT -6 On this day in 1940, Hattie McDaniel becomes first African-American actress to win Oscarwww.history.com/this-day-in-history/mcdaniel-wins-oscar