Halle Berry Is ‘Eternally Miffed’ She’s Still the Only Black Woman to Win Oscar for Best Actress

In the 96 years that the Oscars have existed, only two women of color have ever won the award for Best Actress — Halle Berry and Michelle Yeoh.

September 11, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Alexandria Martinez

When speaking toMarie Clairefor a recent profile, Berry expressed her continued disappointment with the Oscars.

And its certainly not because there has been nobody deserving.

The actress pointed to recent Oscar-nominated performances by Andra Day and Viola Davis.

Halle Berry on Aug. 12, 2024 in Los Angeles, CA.Phillip Faraone/Getty Images

I want to start producing more.

I want to start making more opportunities for people of color.