Having appeared in over 60 films, Lemmon made his big-screen debut in the 1949 movie The Lady Takes a Sailor, where he played a minor role.
Yet, despite his string of hits across comedies and intense dramas, it was the John G. Avildsen-directed film that became a turning point in his career.
Unlike his earlier film Mister Roberts, which was a box office hit, Save the Tiger received a more muted response from the public. Still, it earned Lemmon his first Oscar for Best Actor.
At the 46th Academy Awards, he triumphed over fellow nominees Marlon Brando (Last Tango in Paris), Jack Nicholson (The Last Detail), Al Pacino (Serpico) and Robert Redford (The Sting).
Jack Lemmon holds his Oscar after being named the best actor of the year at the 46th annual Academy Awards presentations.Via Getty Images
“I've forgotten it,” he joked, before thanking the film’s team and his family.
He also addressed the criticisms the award had faced in recent years, particularly accusations of "overacting," while emphasizing the honor of receiving it.
Before winning Best Actor, Lemmon had first received Oscar recognition for Best Supporting Actor for Mister Roberts, showcasing the range and enduring impact of his remarkable career.
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