Michelle Yeoh Makes a Powerful Statement at the 2021 Golden Globe Awards and Dedicates Her Award to All Who Came Before Her

At the 2021 Golden Globe Awards, Michelle Yeoh made a powerful statement when she accepted her award for Best Actress in a Musical/Comedy. After her speech was interrupted by the exit music, Yeoh ordered it to be stopped. During her speech, she opened up about the racism she experienced in Hollywood and the limited opportunities for aging female actors.

Yeoh was also scheduled to join the roster of celebrities presenting awards at the 95th Academy Awards, however, she will no longer be able to attend due to Glenn Close testing positive for COVID-19. Close’s publicist, Catherine Olim, confirmed the news.

Yeoh’s speech resonated with many, especially Asian women who are often expected to make themselves small. She dedicated her award to all the people who came before her and to those who will come after her.

The Oscars will still feature a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Riz Ahmed, Samuel L. Jackson, Dwayne Johnson, Michael B. Jordan, Troy Kotsur, Melissa McCarthy, and Janelle Monáe. Despite Close’s absence, the ceremony is sure to be an exciting night for all.