Earlier this year, Michelle made history with her win as the first Asian-identifying woman to be nominated for and win the category for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role for Everything Everywhere All at Once.
“For all the little boys and girls who look like me watching tonight, this is a beacon of hope and possibilities,” Michelle said as she accepted the honor. “This is proof that dreams… dream big, and dreams do come true. And ladies, don’t let anybody tell you you are ever past your prime. Never give up.”
And in keeping with the movie’s themes of motherhood, she dedicated the award to her own mother, who she said was watching the broadcast from Malaysia.
“I have to dedicate this to my mom,” she added, “all the moms in the world because they are really the superheroes and without them, none of us would be here tonight.”
