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Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh has officially been honoured with her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking yet another major milestone in her extraordinary career
The Malaysian-born actress received the 2,836th star on 18 February, in the Motion Pictures category, during a ceremony held at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard.
She was joined by acclaimed directors Ang Lee and Jon M Chu, both of whom have worked closely with Yeoh on some of her most iconic films.
Dressed in a vibrant yellow gown, Yeoh looked radiant as she took to the stage to receive the honour.
"The path from Malaysia to here wasn't a straight line. There were moments where I wondered if I belonged. But I was fortunate… fortunate to be part of stories that crossed borders and languages. Stories that reminded us how deeply connected we all are.
"Thank you all for surrounding me with love, for being my safe harbour, and for helping me stay true to my own north star. The star may carry one name but it represents so many people who made this journey possible. I hope it reminds someone, somewhere that it is possible. That where you begin does not define where you can go," she shared during her speech.
According to the New Straits Times, Ang Lee, who directed Yeoh in the Oscar-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, jokingly asked the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, "What took so long?"
He praised her discipline and professionalism, adding that her legacy will continue to inspire future generations of filmmakers.
Jon M Chu, who worked with Yeoh on Crazy Rich Asians and the Wicked films, described her as a beacon of hope and possibility. He also called her historic Oscar win a generational shift for Asian representation in cinema.
In 2023, Yeoh made history as the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Everything Everywhere All at Once, a performance that also earned her Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild awards
The film went on to become A24's highest-grossing release to date.
Long before her Hollywood sweep, Yeoh established herself in the Hong Kong action scene during the '80s and '90s. She gained a reputation for executing her own stunts, a rarity for actresses at the time. Following her global debut as a "Bond Girl" in Tomorrow Never Dies, she built a diverse filmography that now includes more than 70 credits.
Off-camera, her influence is equally significant. Recognised as TIME Magazine's 2022 Icon of the Year, Yeoh utilises her platform as a UN Goodwill Ambassador to champion climate action, gender parity, and global humanitarian efforts.
Congratulations, Michelle Yeoh!
