New Delhi, March 3 -- "With dreams and dignity and hard-working hands," Zoe Saldana, who won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in Emilia Perez, said she was the first American of Dominican origin to accept an Academy Award.

Zoe, who is best known for her work in science fiction films like Avatar and Guardians of the Galaxy, won for her portrayal of an attorney who helps the lead character change their identity.

In an emotional acceptance speech in which she broke into tears several times, Zoe Saldana said she was a proud child of immigrant parents and dedicated the award to her grandmother.

The 46-year-old actress got emotional while talking about her family at the Oscar night, and said, "My grandmother came to this country in 1961...