Everything Everywhere All At Once Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh studied at Manchester Metropolitan University
Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh's acting roots can be traced back to Manchester, as the city's Metropolitan university has revealed she graduated with a BA in creative arts in 1983.
Now it's been revealed she graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a bachelor's degree in creative arts with a minor in drama in 1983. "Moving to the US, Michelle carved out a successful career in film, starring in box office hits including Tomorrow Never Dies, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and Memoirs of a Geisha."
In her acceptance speech, Yeoh dedicated her award to 'all the little boys and girls who look like me watching tonight'. "This is the beacon of hope and possibility. Dreams do come true," she said. "Ladies, never let anyone tell you you are past your prime. This is history in the making."
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