Ariana DeBose has opened up about her coming out experience and her LGBT+ identity. Actor Ariana DeBose has made history as the first Afro Latina and first openly queer woman of color to win an Academy Award for acting. DeBose won in the best supporting actress category for. DeBose says she is of Puerto Rican, Black and Italian ethnicity, and identifies as queer.
SEE ALSO | Beyonce, Billie Eilish among those to perform at 94th Oscars in Hollywood. "I'm very proud of. Ariana DeBose reveals Barbie made her gay & jokes men 'aren't Kenough' for her, as we nod along The West Side Story star opened up about the doll that lead to her sexual awakening. Actress and singer Ariana DeBose says that discovering she was queer happen at a very young age and has a origin story those of us who grew up making our dolls kiss can relate to.
And I'm so proud of this work. When you look into her eyes, you see an openly queer woman of color, an Afro Latina, who found her strength in life through art. A scene in which members of the Jets have attempted to sexually assault her and she is found by the owner of a neighborhood corner store, a role reimagined as Valentina Moreno in the new film, is easily one of the most impactful of all the stagings and adaptations.
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Skip to main content Skip to footer. View post on Instagram. Actor Ariana DeBose has made history as the first Afro Latina and first openly queer woman of color to win an Academy Award for acting. Pet of the week: Dozens of adorable pups hit the red carpet for 'Superman' movie night — See pics! Firefighters battle house fire in south suburbs, video shows. NBC News Logo. And that's what I believe we're here to celebrate," DeBose said in her acceptance speech.
Ariana Debose discusses her sexuality and which label she prefers The actress and singer shared her opinions on labels and why they can at times limit people. Profile My News Sign Out. Elaina Patton Elaina Patton is a freelance entertainment and culture writer. IE 11 is not supported. Sign In Create your free profile.
Oscar-winning director freed by Israel, friend says. Monday, March 28, When Moreno won her acting Oscar for her portrayal of Anita 60 years ago, she made history as the first Latina to win the honor. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Other Topics Ariana Debose. Profile My News Sign Out. For the film, Moreno was forced to wear makeup to darken her skin, alongside her white cast mates who played Puerto Ricans.
When Moreno pioneered the role on film she, too, brought her lived experiences as the only Puerto Rican cast member. Follow NBC News.
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