Michelle Yeoh 'overjoyed' with first Oscar nomination: 'I will forever cherish this moment'


Michelle Yeoh is the first Malaysian to be nominated for an Oscar. She also made history as the first Asian to land a Best Actress nomination at the Oscars. Photo: Reuters

Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh says she is "overwhelmed and overjoyed with happiness" with her first Oscar nomination.

The Ipoh-born star is nominated for Best Actress at the 95th Academy Awards for her performance in Everything Everywhere All At Once.

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