Mahershala Ali: The first Muslim actor to "reach the pinnacle of glory" at the Oscars

Khanh PhạmJan 11, 2025 at 15:53

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Mahershala Ali, a talented American actor, has conquered Hollywood with his subtle, profound and emotional acting. He is the owner of two prestigious Oscars and a Hollywood star.

Mahershala Ali, whose real name is Mahershalalhashbaz Gilmore, is a talented American actor who has conquered Hollywood with his subtle, profound and emotional acting. He is not only the owner of two prestigious Oscars but also owns a series of other noble titles, affirming his position in the world cinema. Ali's journey, from the basketball court to the Oscar podium, is an inspiring story of passion, effort and talent.

Mahershala Ali was born on February 16, 1974, in Oakland, California. He grew up in Hayward, a nearby city. Ali's childhood was deeply influenced by both sides of his family. His mother was a pastor, and his father was an actor working in New York. The combination of his mother's strong faith and his father's passion for the arts shaped Ali.

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From a young age, Ali showed a talent for sports, especially basketball. He received a basketball scholarship to Saint Mary's College in California. However, while studying there, Ali began to pursue a career in theater instead of becoming a professional basketball player. He attended poetry readings and appeared in a play based on a short story by Zora Neale Hurston. It was this experience that awakened his passion for acting.

After graduating from Saint Mary's College with a BA in Mass Communications, Ali pursued a Master of Fine Arts at New York University. This was a pivotal moment in his professional development as an actor.

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Ali began his acting career in 2001 with a role in the television series "Crossing Jordan". He then went on to star in many other television projects such as "The 4400" and "Threat Matrix". Besides television, Ali also appeared in several films, including "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" (2008) and made a deep impression.

However, it wasn't until the 2010s that Ali's career really took off. He made a strong impression with his role as Remy Danton in the hit political series "House of Cards" (2013-2016). This role earned Ali a Primetime Emmy nomination.

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2016 marked a major turning point in Mahershala Ali's career with his role as Juan, a drug dealer with a kind heart, in the independent film "Moonlight". Ali's emotional and subtle performance won over critics and audiences, bringing him a series of prestigious awards, including the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, the Golden Globe Award, the BAFTA Award and the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award.

This Oscar win took Mahershala Ali's name to new heights. He became the first Muslim actor to win this prestigious golden statue.

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In 2018, Ali continued to assert his talent with the role of Don Shirley, a talented jazz pianist, in the film "Green Book". This role continued to bring him the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor, becoming the second black actor to win two Oscars in this category.

In addition to his two Oscars, Ali has received many other important honors, including three SAG Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. He was also named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world in 2019.

Mahershala Ali is known for his authentic, subtle and emotional acting style. He always fully embodies his characters, giving the audience deep and memorable experiences. Ali is not afraid to try many different types of roles, from complex, deeply emotional characters to powerful action roles.

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Ali has always placed great importance on telling meaningful and humane stories. He believes that art can change perceptions and create positive impacts on society.

Mahershala Ali married artist Amatus Sami-Karim in 2013. They have one daughter. Ali is a devout Muslim. His faith plays a major role in his life and career.

Mahershala Ali is a talented actor, a true artist and a man of admirable character. His journey is a great inspiration for those who are passionate about art and want to pursue their dreams. From a basketball player, he turned to acting and achieved great success.

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He is not only an excellent actor but also an influential person, using his voice to spread good values to the community. Mahershala Ali's story shows that with passion, effort and talent, anyone can achieve great success.

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