Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong'o was today honoured by the Academy Awards for her riveting performance in Steve McQueen's '12 Years A Slave'.
The actress, who before the fame was best known for her turn in the series 'Shuga' has finally hit the 'jackpot' – taking home the coveted award for Best Supporting Actress.
Speaking to E!'s Ryan Seacrest while walking on the red carpet just prior to the award ceremony, she spoke about the massive success that has come her way since the release of the film:
"I feel so blessed that my first job out of school could have come with such recognition. I'm really excited to be here!" She adds: "I didn't grow up watching the Oscars so for me it was something that I really came to understand was a big deal when I was in college. My dream was to be an actor I didn't know it came with all this."
She's done it!Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong'o was today honoured by the Academy Awards for her riveting performance in Steve McQueen's '12 Years A Slave'.The actress, who before the fame was best known for her turn in the series 'Shuga' has finally hit the 'jackpot' – taking home the coveted award for Best Supporting Actress.Speaking to E!'s Ryan Seacrest while walking on the red carpet just prior to the award ceremony, she spoke about the massive success that has come her way since the release of the film:"I feel so blessed that my first job out of school could have come with such recognition. I'm really excited to be here!" She adds: "I didn't grow up watching the Oscars so for me it was something that I really came to understand was a big deal when I was in college. My dream was to be an actor I didn't know it came with all this."Go Lupita!http://www.homeboyzradio.co.ke/index.php/latest-news/6153-lupita-wins-oscar-for-best-supporting-actress
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