Michelle Yeoh makes history win Oscar

Michelle Yeoh makes history with best actress Oscar win

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Michelle Yeoh won the best actress award at the 95th Academy Awards. She is the first woman of Asian descent to win the award. [{ "selector": ".mqbns-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".xdmuu-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(calc(360px - 95px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Yeoh is also the first Malaysian-born performer to be honored with a best actress Oscar. [{ "selector": ".qclsq-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".ifiqu-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1750ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".swaad-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "2000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

She is the fifth person of Asian descent to win an Oscar in an acting category and the first to win in a lead acting category. [{ "selector": ".newlp-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".xloes-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".ijqji-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Yeoh expressed her excitement for the award and said it is a beacon of hope for little boys and girls who look like her. [{ "selector": ".kgsnt-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".fnwmb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".kjzgq-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

She also dedicated the award to her mother and all the mothers in the world, calling them superheroes. [{ "selector": ".adnqt-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".pkbzl-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1750ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".pmzwo-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "2000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Yeoh played Evelyn Wang in the film “Everything Everywhere All at Once” for which she won the award. [{ "selector": ".qqwfm-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".urerz-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(calc(360px - 95px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The film explores the concept of multiverse and follows the journey of a beleaguered Asian American immigrant. [{ "selector": ".ogdju-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".xutpe-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Yeoh mentioned that her win is not just about her but also about recognizing Asians who have not been heard or recognized in the industry. [{ "selector": ".ldmtz-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".nsrma-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".jnisg-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

“Everything Everywhere All at Once” also stars Ke Huy Quan and Jamie Lee Curtis, who won in their respective supporting acting categories.

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The film won seven Academy Awards out of 11 nominations, including best picture.

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Yeoh’s win and the film’s success is significant for representation and diversity in the industry.

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Yeoh’s win is a historic moment and paves the way for more Asian representation and recognition in the industry.

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Yeoh’s win also shows that age is not a barrier to success and women should not be told they are past their prime. [{ "selector": ".wgwof-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".pcgzo-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".lagne-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The film’s win is a testament to the talent and hard work of the cast and crew, and their contribution to the film industry.

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Michelle Yeoh makes history with best actress Oscar win

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“Everything Everywhere All at Once” also stars Ke Huy Quan and Jamie Lee Curtis, who won in their respective supporting acting categories.

The film won seven Academy Awards out of 11 nominations, including best picture.

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Yeoh’s win and the film’s success is significant for representation and diversity in the industry.

Yeoh’s win is a historic moment and paves the way for more Asian representation and recognition in the industry.

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The film’s win is a testament to the talent and hard work of the cast and crew, and their contribution to the film industry.

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