After winning an Oscar for Emilia Perez, Zoe Saldana apologized to Mexicans offended by the film’s portrayal of their country. While addressing the backlash, she acknowledged the criticism but defended the film’s intent.

Zoe Saldana, a talented actress, won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Emilia Perez. This victory was the culmination of her many years of effort in the film industry, and when she was announced as the winner,

Zoe Saldaña responded to criticism about "Emilia Pérez" in the press room after her best supporting actress win at the 2025 Oscars.