NFL player Ryan Hamlin recently joined Representatives Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick and Bill Posey on Capitol Hill to introduce the Access to AEDs Act, which seeks to raise awareness of the dangers of sudden cardiac arrest in children and increase access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in schools. Hamlin, who experienced sudden cardiac arrest himself, shared that more than 7,000 children under the age of 18 experience sudden cardiac arrest every year in the US, and that 1 in every 300 youth have an undetected heart condition that puts them at risk. The Act is supported by organizations such as the American Heart Association and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, and would provide grants to schools to purchase AEDs and provide training for staff and students on how to use them.
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Nathan Lane recently appeared on "Sunday Today" to reflect on the 1996 comedy "The Birdcage," which helped elevate him from a New York stage performer to a bonafide movie star. He revealed that his co-star Robin Williams had stepped in to avoid an uncomfortable conversation when the two appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" more than a quarter of a century ago. The movie was a smash hit, grossing over $185 million worldwide and normalizing the LGBTQ+ community in Hollywood.
Paul Rusesabagina, the man who inspired the Hollywood film “Hotel Rwanda”, has had his 25-year sentence commuted by the Rwandan government. The commutation was welcomed by many, and was facilitated by the US and Qatar governments. The conviction still stands, but it is hoped that the clemency will bring closure to this long-running saga.
Bruce Willis celebrated his 68th birthday surrounded by his blended family, just a month after his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia was announced. Demi Moore shared a video of the celebration on social media, which has been viewed over 1 million times. Willis has been a beloved figure in Hollywood for decades, and his family and fans are sending him love and support during this difficult time.
Michelle Yeoh made history by becoming the first Asian woman to win an Academy Award for Best Actress, and her acceptance speech paid tribute to her own mother and the theme of immigrant motherhood. Her win was especially meaningful for many viewers, and her film, “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” remarkably won seven Oscars. Yeoh’s win is a major milestone for Asian representation in Hollywood, and a sign of progress for the Academy.
At the 93rd Academy Awards, Michelle Yeoh became the first actress of Southeast Asian descent to win the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in "Everything Everywhere All at Once." She was joined by former child star Ke Huy Quan, who expressed his joy at Yeoh's win and thanked his mother for watching the ceremony from home. This win was a sign of progress for Asian representation in Hollywood, and a momentous occasion for both Yeoh and Quan.
At the 95th Annual Academy Awards, hosted by comedian Jimmy Kimmel, the genre-defying movie “Everything Everywhere All at Once” had the most nominations and had already won the top prizes from the Screen Actors Guild, Directors Guild, Producers Guild and Writers Guild. The night featured performances from the cast of “Hamilton” and a tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman, as well as a special appearance from former President Barack Obama. Ultimately, “Nomadland” won Best Picture, and its director, Chloe Zhao, became the first woman of color to win the award. The night was filled with history-making moments, making it an unforgettable Academy Awards.
Michelle Yeoh made a powerful statement at the 2021 Golden Globe Awards when she accepted her award for Best Actress in a Musical/Comedy, speaking out about racism in Hollywood and the limited opportunities for aging female actors. Unfortunately, she will no longer be able to attend the 95th Academy Awards due to Glenn Close testing positive for COVID-19. Yeoh dedicated her award to all the people who came before her and to those who will come after her, inspiring many Asian women to stand up for themselves.