Kathy Bates Remembers Oscar Speech After 33 Years

During a heartfelt interview on CBS Sunday Morning, Kathy Bates reflected on her 1991 Oscar win for Best Actress in 'Misery', expressing her belief that she had forgotten to thank her mother, Bertye, during her acceptance speech. To her surprise, host Ben Mankiewicz revealed a clip showing that she had indeed thanked her mother, leading to an emotional moment for Bates as she grappled with her previous misconception. Bates recounted her mother's dismissive reaction to her Oscar win, stating, 'I don’t know what all the excitement is about, you didn’t discover the cure for cancer,' and expressed a deep yearning for her mother to have experienced her success. The actress, who has hinted at retiring after her role in the 'Matlock' reboot, later clarified that her passion for acting was reignited after reading the script for the show, stating she hopes to continue with it for many years. Bates emphasized the significance of her mother's recognition, saying, 'She should've had my life,' and shared her desire for her mother's spirit to enjoy her accomplishments posthumously. The conversation underscored Bates' complex relationship with her mother and her enduring gratitude for the sacrifices made on her behalf.