The 45th Academy Awards were presented March 27, 1973, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles. The ceremonies were presided over by Carol Burnett, Michael Caine, Charlton Heston, and Rock Hudson.
| Name | Type | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Burnett | Guest Star | ||
| Michael Caine | Guest Star | ||
| Charlton Heston | Guest Star | ||
| Rock Hudson | Guest Star | ||
| Sacheen Littlefeather | Guest Star | Self |