I grew up never seeing myself on-screen, and it's really important to me to give people who look … - Sandra Oh

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I stand before you and the world humbled by this recognition and uplifted by the honour of being the 2004 Nobel Peace Laureate. As the first African woman to receive this prize, I accept it on behalf of the people of Kenya and Africa, and indeed the world. I am especially mindful of women and the girl child. I hope it will encourage them to raise their voices and take more space for leadership.

Sandra Oh

I grew up never seeing myself on-screen, and it's really important to me to give people who look like me a chance to see themselves. I want to see myself as the hero of any story. I want to see myself save the world from the bomb.

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We actors, we're a fragile bunch, and yet we need to be strong because 90% of our lives is rejection.

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I feel comfortable in places like London. You get many cultures in L. A. but it's strangely segregated.

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With small breasts, you don't have to wear a bra with dresses that have some support. It feels sexy without one.

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