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Yalitza Aparicio
A rising Indigenous voice in Hollywood, Yalitza Aparicio breaks barriers with a groundbreaking Oscar nomination and a mission to amplify the stories and rights of Indigenous peoples worldwide.
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In short · Acting since 2018, 2 decades active, 10 credits.
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Yalitza Aparicio is a Mexican actress who achieved international acclaim for her portrayal of Cleo in Alfonso Cuarón's 2018 film *Roma*. Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, making her the first Indigenous Mexican woman to receive such a nomination. In 2019, she was named one of *Time* magazine's 100 most influential people in the world. That same year, she was appointed as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Indigenous Peoples, highlighting her advocacy for Indigenous communities.
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9 credits
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1 nominationAcademy Awards
- Nom2018Oscar — Actress in a Leading Role
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- Road to RomaSelf · 2020
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