Academy apologizes to Sacheen Littlefeather, who refused an Oscar on Marlon Brando's behalf - CNN

In a statement, Littlefeather called the upcoming event, during which she'll receive the apology in person, "a dream come true."

"Regarding the Academy's apology to me, we Indians are very patient people -- it's only been 50 years!" she said.

"It is profoundly heartening to see how much has changed since I did not accept the Academy Award 50 years ago," Littlefeather said.

"(Brando) very regretfully cannot accept this very generous award, and the reasons for this being are the treatment of American Indians today by the film industry," she said to a mix of boos and applause, pausing and appearing visibly upset.