Ariana dressed in red, took home the statuette for best supporting actress for West Side Story. And with the prize in hand, she thanked Rita Moreno and herself: “For those who have ever questioned your identity, I remind you that there is a place for us, there is a place for everyone”Ariana DeBose made history and won an Oscar. she took home the Best Supporting Actress statuette for West Side Story, Steven Spielberg’s first musical. If I had to thank all the people who brought me here we would be together until the next Oscars. It’s the best of life, and thanks to Rita Moreno who was fantastic. I’m so thankful, your Anita has paved the way for tons of Anite like me, and I love you. ” Photo Courtsey A.M.P.A.S

























