Oscars 2023: Michelle Yeoh makes history, becomes 1st Asian woman to win Best Actress

Michelle Yeoh became the first Asian woman to win best actress, as Everything Everywhere All at Once dominated at the Oscars. The creative multiverse adventure won seven awards including best picture, director and original screenplay. Accepting her award Yeoh said: "For all the little boys and girls who look like me watching tonight, this is a beacon of hope and possibilities.Yeoh is only the second woman of colour to win best leading actress, following Halle Berry for Monster's Ball more than two decades ago.

Michelle Yeoh accepts the award for best performance by an actress in a leading role for 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' at the Oscars on March 12, 2023. (Photo | AP)