Angela Bassettis contemplating her loss at last years Oscars.
Winfrey noted that she didnt understand why Bassetts muted reaction to Curtis win went viral.
I didn’t get the whole Angela Bassett face, she said.
Angela Bassett as Queen Ramonda in ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’.Annette Brown/Marvel Studios
For myself and for my children, who were there with me, yes, Bassett responded.
“I know a pastor who says technology is different people are the same.
There are going to be these moments of disappointment that they are going to experience.
But how do you handle yourself in the midst of them?
It took no time at all for Bassett to get her groove back, though.
In January, theStrange Daysactressreceived an honorary Academy Award at the 2024 Governors Awards.
At the ceremony, Bassett delivered a rousing speech to encourage other Black performers.
Remember who you are and who our ancestors intended us to be.
Watch the full interview and Bassett’s speech above.
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