Michelle Yeoh, the trailblazing Malaysian actress and first Asian to earn an Academy Award nomination, secures her place in Hollywood history with a star on the Walk of Fame.
Star Unveiling Ceremony
During a ceremony on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, Yeoh receives the 2,836th star, recognizing her outstanding contributions to film, television, music, and live performance. This honor celebrates her as a global icon born in Malaysia.
Director Jon M. Chu, known for Crazy Rich Asians, leads the event. Yeoh’s iconic roles span Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Tomorrow Never Dies, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, and her Oscar-winning performance in Everything Everywhere All at Once.
Producer’s Praise and Yeoh’s Reflections
Producer Anna Martin highlights the significance: “The Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony celebrates Michelle Yeoh’s achievements.” She adds, “Her talent, charisma, and fiercely competitive spirit make her an indispensable force in the entertainment industry. She instills passion in every role she takes on.”
Yeoh expresses deep emotion: “This is the first time I’ve come to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and I’m incredibly proud. They’ve all worked so hard here, so I felt a bit envious. Now that I have my name on this street, it feels just right.”
Career Highlights
Born in 1962 in Ipoh, Malaysia, Yeoh trains as a ballet dancer before winning Miss Malaysia in 1983 and competing internationally. She rises to fame in 1980s and 1990s Hong Kong cinema with films like Yes, Madam! and Police Story.
Her international breakthrough arrives with Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon in 2000. In 2023, she claims the Academy Award for Best Actress for Everything Everywhere All at Once, marking Asia’s first win in that category. Just days earlier on the 12th, she receives an honorary award at the Berlin International Film Festival’s best actress category.
