Synopsis
At the 97th Academy Awards, Mikey Madison won Best Actress for her role in 'Anora', which was a strong contender in various categories. She expressed her support for the sex worker community during her acceptance speech.Key Takeaways
- Mikey Madison won Best Actress for 'Anora'.
- 'Anora' was a frontrunner for multiple awards.
- Madison has previously won BAFTA and Spirit Awards.
- She honored the sex worker community in her speech.
- Madison's performance has been recognized widely this awards season.
Los Angeles, March 3 (NationPress) Actress Mikey Madison claimed the Best Actress award for her performance in Anora, which was a leading contender in various categories, including Best Picture and Best Director.
This year, Madison has also received the Best Actress accolades from both BAFTA and the Spirit Awards.
During her acceptance speech, she remarked: “This is very surreal. Growing up in Los Angeles, Hollywood always seemed distant, so standing here today is truly amazing.”
“I want to take a moment to acknowledge and honor the sex worker community,” she stated.
“Absolutely. I will persist in supporting and standing in solidarity with all the remarkable individuals I’ve had the honor of meeting within that community; they have been one of the most rewarding aspects of this journey.”
She added: “I also wish to highlight the thoughtful, intelligent, stunning work of my fellow nominees. Being recognized alongside you is a profound honor. This is a dream realized.”
Madison was nominated for the Oscars alongside Fernanda Torres, Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascon, and Demi Moore.
Although Moore started the awards season with significant wins at the Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice Awards, Madison established herself as a strong contender for the Oscars with her victory at the BAFTAs.
In Anora, directed by Sean Baker, Madison portrays the title character, a sex worker whose life spirals out of control after marrying the son of a Russian oligarch. In her BAFTA acceptance speech, she honored the sex worker community.
“I want to take a moment to recognize the sex worker community. I see you,” she expressed.
“You deserve respect and human dignity. I will always be a friend and ally.”
