Mikey Madison Wins Best Actress Oscar for 'Anora'
Mikey Madison claimed her first Academy Award on Sunday, winning best actress for her role as a sex worker who marries the son of a Russian oligarch in the drama "Anor". The 25-year-old beat out strong competition from actors including Demi Moore and Cynthia Erivo. Her win marks a major milestone in her young career, which has already seen success on television and in film.
- Madison's Oscar victory highlights the continued underrepresentation of women in leading roles at the Academy Awards, with many critics arguing that the film industry still has much work to do to promote diversity and inclusion.
- How will Madison's win impact the perception of her and other up-and-coming actresses in Hollywood, particularly in terms of their ability to carry a major film?