Angela Bassett Receives Long-Awaited Honorary Oscar, Acknowledges Trailblazing Black Actresses
Celebrating a milestone in her storied career, Angela Bassett accepts her first Oscar, expressing gratitude and honoring Black women who paved the way. Angela Bassett, renowned for her impactful roles, finally clinched her Oscar at the 14th annual Governors Awards. Regina King, a frequent collaborator, presented the award, praising Bassett as a “national treasure.” In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Bassett expressed gratitude, considering acting her “calling.” She dedicated the honor to Black actresses who have won Oscars, emphasizing the importance of their legacy for aspiring talents. Bassett also paid homage to Cicely Tyson, the first Black woman to receive an honorary Oscar. Reflecting on Tyson’s influence, Bassett expressed hope for a more inclusive film industry, free from “firsts” and “onlys.” The recognition is seen as long overdue, with last year’s Golden Globe win raising expectations. Despite previous snubs, Bassett’s impactful career, spanning iconic roles from “Boyz in the Hood” to “Black Panther,” continues to shape the industry. Looking forward, catch Angela Bassett in Netflix’s fantasy feature “Damsel,” premiering on March 8, 2024. As Bassett adds another accolade to her impressive resume, her Oscar win marks a significant moment in recognizing Black excellence in the film industry. Watch the video below. TRENDING All Posts Music Video Trending Fabolous releases new – OSHO Freestyle (Official Video) January 11, 2024/Read More Eric Bellinger Drops Sultry New Single “La Perla” January 10, 2024/Read More Vintage Vibes and Romance: Summer Walker Drops Visually Spellbinding ‘Drown In My Love’ January 1, 2024/Read More Sparks Ignited: USHER and H.E.R. Drop a Love Bomb in ‘Risk It All’ Music Video December 28, 2023/Read More Eric Bellinger, Omarion – “Waiting 4 You” (Official Video) Premiere December 25, 2023/Read More Wiz Khalifa – Looking For Nipsey [Official Music Video] December 20, 2023/Read More Nicki Minaj Tops Billboard 200 with ‘Pink Friday 2,’ Securing Third No. 1 Album December 18, 2023/Read More Brandy – Christmas Party for Two [Official Video] December 10, 2023/No CommentsRead More Load More End of Content. LATEST NEWS All Posts Latest News Interview Featured Google’s Recent Layoffs Signal Strategic Shift January 11, 2024/Read More Fabolous releases new – OSHO Freestyle (Official Video) January 11, 2024/Read More Eric Bellinger Drops Sultry New Single “La Perla” January 10, 2024/Read More MEGAN 2.0 Welcomes Back Original Star: Anticipation Rises for Sci-Fi Horror Sequel January 9, 2024/Read More Jonathan Majors’ Emotional Revelation After Guilty Verdict January 8, 2024/Read More Origin of Evil: The First Omen | Official Trailer January 5, 2024/Read More Snoop Dogg Joins NBC as Special Correspondent for 2024 Olympics in Paris January 4, 2024/Read More Chief Justice Roberts Advises Caution as AI Reshapes Legal Landscape January 3, 2024/Read More Load More End of Content. Join Our VIP List Subscribe To AO Don’t miss out on all the exciting news and updates, subscribe now!