Asian Actors Have Been Underrepresented at the Oscars For Decades. Here’s the History.

A record number of actors of Asian ancestry were recognized at the Oscars this year, including Michelle Yeoh of “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” who won the award for best actress. Historically, Asian stars have rarely been part of the Academy Awards.

Chart showing Asian nominees and winners at the Oscars from 1929 to 2023.