Disney's Encanto winning best-animated film of the year at the Oscars was a win for Latinos in the Bay Area and across the country.
Encanto's hit song"we don't talk about Bruno" took center stage electrifying the audience and highlighting the Latino culture with Luis Fonsi, and Becky G.'s performances.
Colombian singer, Sebastian Yatra took the stage to sing Oscar nominated song"Dos Oruguitas" en Español. A historic moment for Latinos watching at home and finally seeing a glimpse of representation. In the Bay Area, Diana Olivares with Calle 24 Cultural Center says Disney's Encanto winning best-animated film of the year at the Oscars was a win not only for Colombians but for Latinos across the country.Deaf community hopes 'CODA' Oscar wins pave way for future hearing-impaired filmmakers, actor
"They had important roles in the Oscars. I'm feeling very proud about it. It's not just about Latinos but the representation of the skin color, our tradition," said Olivares.
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