Angela Bassett, First MCU Actor Wins Golden Globes 2023 For Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Angela Bassett (Mavel Studios)

Angela Bassett became the first actor to win an award for the Marvel film at the 2023 Golden Globes. She received the trophy directly on Tuesday, January 10, Los Angeles time, which was handed over by Eddie Murphy.

Bassett won Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture. Her role as Queen Ramonda in the film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever became the second nominee after 1994.

"January 22, 1994, I stand on this stage and receive the Golden Globe for What's Love Got To Do With It," said Angela Bassett, starting her speech.

The late Tony Morrison said your life was an accident waiting for you to regulate his destiny. But for fate to come true, I think it takes courage to have faith," he continued.

This requires patience, as we have just heard. It's not easy because the past is circling and there are many unexpected ways, but with God's blessing, I stand here gratefully," he said.

In his speech, Bassett also appreciated the staff and players of Wakanda Forever. He also paid tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman.

We walk together with love. We love, we mourn, we recover, and every day we are surrounded by light and energy Chadwick Boseman. We are happy when we know Black Panther is part of his legacy that helps us (continue the journey)," said Angela Bassett.

We show the world how the black community, leadership, and love are visible from behind and front of the camera. For Marvel fans, thank you for appreciating these characters and giving them a lot of love," he said.

We have just made history with this nomination and award. This is for all of you," concluded Bassett.

Angela Bassett became the first actor in the Marvel cinematic universe (Marvel Cinematic Universe) to win a Golden Globe award. This is Marvel's first win for the general category in an award.