In a momentous win at the 95th Academy Awards, veteran actress Jamie Lee Curtis was honored with the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.
Her illustrious career, which kick-started at the tender age of 18, spans a wide array of iconic films, from her dynamic role alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in "True Lies" to her unforgettable portrayal of Laurie Strode in the legendary "Halloween" franchise, making her a beloved figure in the world of cinema.
This coveted award was bestowed upon her for her exceptional performance in the critically acclaimed film "Everything Everywhere All at Once." Curtis triumphed in a category teeming with remarkable talent, eclipsing fellow nominees such as Angela Bassett for "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," Hong Chau for "The Whale," Kerry Condon for "The Banshees of Inisherin," and Stephanie Hsu, who also starred in "Everything Everywhere All at Once."
The film not only marked a memorable occasion for Jamie Lee Curtis but also clinched victory in the Best Supporting Actor category. Ke Huy Quan, the talented Vietnamese actor who portrayed Waymond Wang, expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the nomination and victory, paying homage to the remarkable team that brought the film to life alongside the exceptional Michelle Yeoh.
During her acceptance speech, Curtis fondly remembered her Oscar-nominated parents, the legendary Tony Curtis, celebrated for his role in "Some Like It Hot" (1959), and the iconic Janet Leigh, who captivated audiences in Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho" (1960). Their collective legacy was a heartfelt source of inspiration for the accomplished actress, as she humbly quipped, "Both were nominated for an Oscar in different categories, and now I can proudly say I've won an Oscar."
Overwhelmed with emotion, Jamie Lee Curtis concluded her acceptance speech by shedding tears of joy and graciously acknowledging the audience before leaving the stage, clutching the long-awaited Oscar trophy that had eluded her grasp for many years.
