Halle Berry urges Academy to celebrate more Black Best Actress winners

Halle Berry expressed her desire for more recognition of Black women at the Oscars, lamenting that she remains the only Black actress to win the Best Actress award since her historic win in 2002. During an appearance on Trevor Noah's podcast, she shared her frustrations about feeling marginalized in the industry, stating, 'I hope this year someone stands next to me. I'm tired of occupying that space alone.' Berry emphasized the need for diversity in award nominations, highlighting other nominees like Cynthia Erivo, who is recognized this year for her role in 'Wicked.' Reflecting on her journey, she noted the challenges of being a Black woman in Hollywood, where she has always felt she had to work harder than her peers. Berry's win was seen as a pivotal moment, not just for herself, but for all women of color in the industry, as she hopes to inspire future generations of actresses. She poignantly remarked that her victory was meant to open doors for others, acknowledging the legacy of trailblazing actresses before her.