Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! - Zoe Saldaña: First Dominican American Oscar Winner

Episode Date: March 15, 2026

Zoe Saldaña, a Dominican American actress, made history by winning her first Oscar for best supporting actress in Emilia Pérez in 2025. She became the first Dominican American to win the award and is now presenting in the same category. Saldaña, known for her roles in Avatar, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Star Trek, is the highest-grossing actor ever, with her projects earning $15.47 billion worldwide. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2a7573fb68141c0f

What's up? This is Entertainment and Celebrity News today, bringing you the hottest stories right now. Zoe Saudanya had a breakout moment last year when she won her first Oscar for best supporting actress in the film Amelia Perez at the 97th. Academy Awards in 2025. It was her very first nomination, and she became the first Dominican American to claim that prize. The movie grabbed 13 nominations overall, even amid debates about its take on Mexican culture and trans themes. Now Saldanya is returning to the Dolby Theater as a presenter for the same category this year. Fans and peers hailed her win as a milestone for representation, especially given her roots as a child of immigrant parents. She highlighted the joy of singing and speaking Spanish in the role during her speech. Saldania kicked off her career with a debut in center stage back in 2000.

She's since led massive hits like the Avatar series, Guardians of the Galaxy films, and Star Trek movies. In January, she hit a new peak as the highest grossing actor ever, with her projects pulling in $15.47 billion worldwide. She thanks supporters for making it possible and hoped another woman breaks the record next. D&N is brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. Head in, sound on, lights out. That is the routine, soli, soli, soli, soli, pillo.com.