She is one of eight new proposed members for the International Olympic Committee.

She says Yeoh's journey was 'very special' and 'very long'.

The prime minister wishes the home-grown Hollywood star many more successes in the future.

Michelle Yeoh, the first Asian woman to win an Oscar for best actress, speaks about the importance of diversity and women's empowerment in the entertainment industry.

Lawyers for Liberty says it is hypocritical to praise Michelle Yeoh after hauling up local producers over the content of their films.

This makes her the first Asian woman to win in the category.

While the best picture race has a clear favourite, the acting contests are incredibly tight.

'Everything Everywhere All at Once' has dominated nearly every awards show in Hollywood, with its charismatic, predominantly Asian stars becoming the feel-good story of the season.

Yeoh, honored for her leading role in dimension-hopping action movie 'Everything Everywhere All at Once,' took the stage after her name was called and said she was 'just going to stand here and take this all in.'