In 2021, a study by USC’s Annenberg Inclusion Initiative revealed that less than 4% of islanders are from Asia and the Pacific.(opens in new tab) of leads and co-leads across Hollywood.In this regard, the representation is controversial and has been increasingly criticized(opens in new tab).
Michelle Yeoh, one of the many forces behind her acclaimed work All at once, anywheretouched on this important issue late show Last night. Yeoh becomes first Asian woman(opens in new tab) Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress, she told host Stephen Colbert that while she fluctuates from shock and joy, she’s also reflecting on the milestone.
“How can I be number one?” she says. Yeoh went on to say that such nominations “will become the norm for people like us to be nominated and given an equal chance to play those roles so we can get to the table.” The time has come,” he said.
The Malaysian actress also spoke about its importance. EEAAO .
“First time I won,” she said. “You didn’t get me off that stage!”
