Renowned as one of Hollywood’s most prestigious award ceremonies, The Screen Actors Guild Awards hold a place of honor. Voted on by SAG-AFTRA’s robust and diverse membership of 130,000+ performers, it is a testament to actors and their work in film and TV.
Canadian-American actor Brendan Fraser has been in the spotlight for a number of blockbuster movies. He has a wealth of experience and is known for his witty performances.
Ke Huy Quan wins SAG Award for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role
Ke Huy Quan made history as the first Asian man to win a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Supporting Actor. The actor was elated as he walked to the stage to accept his award, which he gave a heartfelt speech about.
The 51-year-old was awarded the SAG for his role in Everything Everywhere All at Once, which stars him as Waymond Wang, a doting husband to Michelle Yeoh’s Evelyn in the multiverse sci-fi thriller. He won Golden Globe and Critics Choice Awards for his movie performance, with 11 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.
In his emotional speech, he praised the many people who have shown him kindness over the years. He then paid special tribute to his co-stars, including Yeoh.
He noted that they have “so much to offer.” The movie also has several other Asian stars and costars, such as Harry Shum Jr., 94-year-old James Hong and Jenny Slate, who have also received nominations for their roles.
During his speech, he urged everyone to continue working hard and dreaming big. It’s a message that resonates with those who have suffered from erasure and lack of visibility in Hollywood.
It’s an important message that needs to be heard, especially with a new generation of actors like Quan coming up and bringing hope for a better future in Hollywood. He hoped that everyone will continue to work hard and be open-minded so that the world can see them in a positive light.
Quan also took a moment to acknowledge the many people in his life who have been struggling and waiting for their turn to shine, and he asked that they stay hopeful. He told them that the spotlight is going to find them, and it’s all about their hard work.
Quan’s victory marks a significant milestone in his career and continues his remarkable Hollywood comeback. He has won multiple awards so far this year, including the SAG Award and is nominated for the Oscars on March 12. It’s possible that he could make history again in 2023.
Ke Huy Quan gets emotional
The Screen Actors Guild Awards often bring out a few wild moments that make people want to break into tears. And that’s exactly what happened when Ke Huy Quan picked up the award for best male actor in a supporting role at the 2023 ceremony on Sunday night.
The actor’s win marked a historic moment in his career. He was the first Asian male to win a film acting SAG award, and it was a big deal for him because he had previously stepped away from acting due to a lack of roles.
During his heartfelt speech, Quan made it clear that this achievement is not just for him but also for everyone who has been asking for change. He reflected on the fact that he had to leave the industry in the past because there were not many opportunities for actors of color, and he was thankful to have been part of the change.
He praised his fellow actors, who he said are changing the game today with their own efforts. He also urged viewers to never give up on their dreams because there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.
After winning the award, he walked to the front of the stage and embraced Orlando Bloom. He then exclaimed, “Thank you, thank you so much!” to a round of applause from the crowd. He even brushed some tears from his eyes as he thanked Orlando for the award.
Fraser, who has become a star this awards season, won his second SAG award this year. His performance in The Whale earned him the honor and he gave an emotional speech to celebrate the victory.
Jamie Lee Curtis, who has become a household name thanks to her showbiz parents Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, was also at the awards ceremony. She started her speech by announcing that she’s one proud “nepo baby.”
But her speech was just the beginning of the star’s tear-jerking moment. She also credited her mother and father for their support throughout her career, and she praised her own parents’ love for the arts.
Ke Huy Quan wins SAG Award for Best Male Actor in a Leading Role
Ke Huy Quan has made a name for himself this awards season with his comeback role in Everything Everywhere All at Once. He has racked up accolades for the film, including a Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award, and is currently the front-runner to win an Oscar.
After winning the SAG Award for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Sunday, Ke Huy Quan shed tears while giving an emotional acceptance speech. The actor became the first Asian male winner at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. The 51-year-old Vietnamese-American actor was recognized for his performance in Everything Everywhere All at Once, which he starred in alongside Michelle Yeoh.
The movie, directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, is a sci-fi comedy drama about a woman who travels through different dimensions of the universe with her husband. The film has won several accolades, including Best Picture at the SAG awards and has been nominated for 11 Oscars.
In a special ceremony, Quan won the award for his work as Waymond Wang. The film also stars Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Lee Curtis, Stephanie Hsu, Jenny Slate and Harry Shum Jr.
While the SAG awards aren’t the final Oscar voting, they still make a huge impact on the awards season. This year, the SAGs saw a record number of major Asian-led projects come to life on the big screen. This included “Everything Everywhere All at Once” with Ke Huy Quan and Michelle Yeoh, as well as Hong Chau’s “The Whale,” which is also nominated in this category.
At the SAG awards, Quan received a statuette from Orlando Bloom and thanked everyone who helped him win the award. He also thanked his wife, who is an actress and a mother, and her support.
The 51-year-old actor was born in Vietnam to Chinese parents and has been working since the 1980s. He was a beloved child star before becoming a successful adult actor in the 1990s.
He has a long history of acting in films, with roles such as Goonies and Indiana Jones. He has also worked on TV shows such as The Sopranos, Grey’s Anatomy and The Big Bang Theory.
Ke Huy Quan wins SAG Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama
Ke Huy Quan made history as the SAG Award’s Best Supporting Actor for “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” This was the first time an Asian actor has won this award, and it was an emotional moment that likely got you misty.
The 29th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards took place at Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, streamed live on Netflix’s YouTube page. They were presented by former child star Orlando Bloom, who had played The Goonies and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.
It was a very big night for the cast and crew of Everything Everywhere All at Once, who swept all the top awards including best ensemble and best female actor for Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan. It also broke a record for the most SAG awards won in a single year, and landed it among the frontrunners for the Oscars next month.
As he accepted his SAG award, Quan pointed out that this was the first time an Asian actor had ever won the award for a supporting role in a film and it was a historic moment that demonstrates progress in the industry. He also mentioned the fact that it was the first time he was nominated for an acting award since he left his career in the 80s because there were not enough opportunities for him as an Asian actor.
He then paid tribute to everyone who has asked for change in the industry and he ended his speech with a beautiful and moving message that is sure to get you teary.
“This award is not only for me, it’s for my family and all the people that work so hard to make these films possible,” he said. He added, “It belongs to all those that fought to bring these films to life, and it belongs to all of the viewers who have a big dream and are trying to make it happen.”
“To all those at home who are watching and struggling and waiting to be seen, please keep on going because the spotlight will one day find you,” he said. He finished his speech with a very sweet reminder that everyone has a big dream and to all those who are asking for change, it’s a message that will surely get you misty.
