The presenters express their excitement to be back at the Oscars and highlight the increasing inclusivity in movies, reflecting the diverse audiences they inspire. They emphasize the pivotal role of supporting actors and actresses, even if their characters are not considered leads.
The nominees for Best Supporting Actor are announced: Brendan Gleason for 'The Banshees of Inisherin', Brian Tyree Henry for 'Causeway', Judd Hirsch for 'The Fabelmans', Barry Keoghan for 'The Banshees of Inisherin', and Ke Huy Quan for 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'.
Ke Huy Quan is announced as the winner of the Best Supporting Actor Oscar. His win is met with enthusiastic applause from the audience.
Ke Huy Quan delivers a heartfelt acceptance speech, dedicating his award to his 84-year-old mother. He recounts his extraordinary journey from a refugee camp to Hollywood's biggest stage, calling it 'the American dream'.
Quan thanks the Academy, his family for their sacrifices, his brother, and his wife, Echo, who never stopped believing in his dreams. He encourages everyone to keep their dreams alive, stating that he almost gave up on his.