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Michelle Yeoh makes history with Oscar win

  • 13. Mar 2023. 6:51
  • By The EU Times
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History was made at the 2023 Academy Awards when Michelle Yeoh became the first Asian actress to win the Best Actress Oscar for her performance in the film “Everything Everywhere All at Once”.

Yeoh, who is best known for her roles in “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and “Star Trek: Discovery”, beat out strong competition for the award, including fellow nominees Emma Stone and Lupita Nyong'o.

At the ceremony, Yeoh expressed her gratitude and joy at being honored with the award. “I'm speechless. I'm humbled and honored to be the first Asian actress to win this award, and I'm so proud to be part of this amazing group of nominees,” she said.

Yeoh's win marks a major milestone in the ongoing fight for greater representation in Hollywood. For too long, Asian actors have been underrepresented in the industry and have struggled to get the recognition they deserve.

Yeoh's win is a sign of progress and a symbol of hope for many aspiring actors and filmmakers of color. “This win is a celebration of diversity, of representation, and of inclusion,” she said in her acceptance speech.

Yeoh's win is a reminder that talent and hard work pay off, and that dreams really do come true. Her win also shows that the tides are changing in Hollywood and that the industry is slowly becoming more inclusive and diverse.

It is a historic moment and one that will be remembered for years to come. Congratulations to Michelle Yeoh on making history and inspiring us all.