
Zoe Saldaña took home her first Academy Award for best supporting actress for her role in 'Emilia Pérez,' marking a significant milestone in her already illustrious career. The emotional moment saw Saldaña expressing gratitude to her family, the academy, and her fellow nominees for their support and recognition.
Saldaña's win at the Oscars adds to her impressive list of accolades during this awards season, including a Golden Globe win and victories at the British Academy Film Awards, Critics Choice Awards, and Screen Actors Guild Awards. The actress, who has been a frontrunner in the category, acknowledged her immigrant roots and the significance of being the first American of Dominican origin to win an Academy Award.