Internet decries South Korean news outlet’s ‘unjust’ censorship of Michelle Yeoh’s Oscar Award speech
When Michelle Yeoh won the Oscar for “Best Actress” for her performance in the now-most awarded film of all time, “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” the Internet erupted in elation, possibly one of the only few times people were united on the web for once–you know, United Everywhere All At Once (for Michelle Yeoh).
Michelle Yeoh is the first Asian woman in history to win the Oscar award for lead actress, and her win was such an empowering moment for Asian representation in Hollywood. Aside from her award alone, the first part of Yeoh’s acceptance speech also was a moment to remember:
“For all the little boys and girls who look like me watching tonight, this is a beacon of hope and possibilities. This is proof—dream big—and dreams do come true. And ladies, don’t let anybody tell you you are ever past your prime. Never give up.”
Being the first Asian woman to win the award was already a feat in itself, and it was no doubt that it would be covered globally. However, one Asian news outlet (SBS Korea) particularly censored out Yeoh’s address to the women, and it made everyone mad. Mad is actually an understatement.