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Sandra Oh: Hollywood Took Longer, Canada Felt Accepted
2 May
Summary
- Sandra Oh felt more accepted starting her career in Canada.
- Hollywood was a tougher industry that took her longer to break into.
- She is grateful for the religious community and respect taught in Canada.
Actress Sandra Oh recently shared her reflections on her career journey, noting that she felt a stronger sense of acceptance when she began working in Canada. Oh, who was born in Nepean, Ontario, to Korean immigrant parents, found Hollywood to be a more difficult environment that required significant time and luck to navigate.
Her upbringing in Canada was shaped by her parents' religious faith, with church serving as a central community hub. This environment instilled in her a deep sense of respect. Oh's career has spanned acclaimed roles in television, including 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Killing Eve,' and notable film appearances.
Oh expressed her enthusiasm for the growing success of fellow Asian actors like Michelle Yeoh and Awkwafina, viewing their achievements as progress to be celebrated. She believes that the increasing interest in diverse storytelling needs sustained momentum and encourages continued efforts in this area, highlighting the importance of a track record of successful narratives.
