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Michael B. Jordan wins best actor Oscar for dual role in 'Sinners'

Africanews · 17 days ago
Africanews
Africanews
17 days ago

With this win, Jordan joins the small group of Black actors who have received the Best Actor Oscar, following pioneers such as Sidney Poitier, Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker and Will Smith.

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  • Michael B. Jordan wins Best Actor Oscar for 'Sinners' dual role
  • Portrays two brothers in a vampire-themed drama set during segregation 9s
  • Joins a small group of black actors to win Best Actor Oscar 21s
  • Wins at age 39 on his first nomination after SAG award success 49s
  • Triumphed over Leonardo DiCaprio and Wagner Mora for the award 57s
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