We live in a world where after years of evolution, there are people who still install walls of discrimination, the major figure here being America’s newest president, Donald Trump. All that travel ban and consistent hate for Muslims did nothing to the power of humanity. Defying all odds and winning every heart, the Oscars had a major surprise in store for the audience. Mahershala Ali became the first Muslim to win an Oscar for his stellar performance in ‘Moonlight’.

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The humble man, in his acceptance speech, was very gracious to thank his teachers and wife. “I want to thank my teachers, my professors. One thing they consistently told me […] was that it wasn’t about you. It’s not about you, it’s about these characters, you are a servant. You’re in service to these stories and these characters.” He then thanked his wife and daughter, who was born just four days ago. This win also makes Ali the fifth African-American to win an Oscar for his supporting role. Talent has no religion, no caste and the irony of this situation is that a travel ban on a community cannot bar the world from recognising hard work and dedication. Everyone on Twitter got excited to know that he had won.

Makes me happy to see Marshala Ali shining right now.

Congrats to Viola Davis and Mahershala. Ali and  #Oscars  Now people can't say #oscarsowhite anymore

First #Oscar goes to a Muslim and second to an immigrant. Hilarious. ? #theWINNERSare.  Congrats Marshala Ali. @realDonaldTrump Trolled.

A win that is well deserved. 'Moonlight' should be on your must watch list for sure.