On Sep. 8, Naomi Osaka became the first Japanese-born player to win a tennis Grand Slam when she defeated her role model, the legendary Serena Williams, in straight sets at…
Search Results for: "naomi osaka"
WATCH: Naomi Osaka’s Athlete On Another Level Award Speech at the 17th Unforgettable Gala
https://youtu.be/M0loo7IpaJQ “This year has been a dream come true.”…
The Lookout: Notable AAPI Emmy Nominations, Justin Chon’s Newest Film and More
…Times’ shortlist as a debut novel to watch out for. Naomi Osaka is honored with her own Barbie doll from Mattel and an ESPY for Best Athlete of the Year….
The Lookout: Upcoming, Star-Studded Film Releases and New Music to Celebrate the Start of Pride Month
…story that also serves as a tribute to Tran’s parents and her upbringing. https://twitter.com/naomiosaka/status/1399422304854188037?s=20 Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka announced on Twitter that she will not be participating in…
The Lookout: A Historic Moment to Wrap Up Pride Month, Asian American Advocacy through Theater and Gymnasts to Watch for at the Upcoming Tokyo Olympics
…space for more open and vulnerable conversations about different challenges that she and her followers have faced, such as transphobia, trauma and abuse. Naomi Osaka (Photo by John Phillips), H.E.R….
13 API Celebs Who Rocked the 2021 Met Gala
…to steal the show. From Naomi Osaka to Saweetie, Simu Liu and many more, actors, musicians, influencers and athletes alike embraced the gala’s theme, which focused on American fashion history….
The Lookout: An AAPI-Directed ‘Bond’ Film, an Online Theater Production and a New Anime Spinoff
…swimmer Jay Litherland, surfers Carissa Moore and Kanoa Igarashi and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Kiefer became the first American to take an Olympic gold medal in individual foil fencing; Lee,…
Next Woman Up: Highlighting Female AAPI Athletes Impacting the Game
…is International Women’s Month, what better way to celebrate than to highlight some of these individuals for their achievements and lasting impact on the game? 1. Naomi Osaka https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVoN_6PSj38 A four-time…
Everything You Need to Know About 2018 Unforgettable Gala Honorees
…one is always accompanied by the traditional sounds of gamelan.“ Athlete On Another Level: Naomi Osaka (Illustration Gled Abenojar) Presented by Pechanga Resort & Casino, the Athlete on Another Level…
Celebrate APAHM With Netflix And Their Star-Studded Roster
…H. Min, Ronny Chieng, Tan France, Jimmy O. Yang, Leah Lewis, Jessie Mei Li, Jo Koy, Punam Patel, Ken Jeong, Margaret Cho, Naomi Osaka and more to relay a powerful…
‘Community is Power’: The 17th Annual Unforgettable Gala Recap
…Film), Manny Jacinto (Breakout in Television), Tan France (Changemaker), Ben Baller (Culture – Lifestyle), Naomi Osaka (Athlete on Another Level), Cassey Ho (Digital Influencer), Livi Zheng (Culture Ambassador), Amanda Nguyen…
8 Asian American Things We’re Thankful For
…a crappy school! 7. We love and respect Serena Williams. But we were SO proud of our girl Naomi Osaka when she became the youngest athlete to win the…
Asian American Cultural Trendsetters To Be Honored At 17th Annual Unforgettable Gala
…is behind the fitness empire Blogilates, will be recognized with the Digital Influencer award; U.S. Open winner Naomi Osaka with Athlete On Another Level; and “Bali: Beats of Paradise” documentary…
Asian Activism Goes Viral as Anti-Asian Violence Rises
…Soon after, further calls to recognize the rise of racism against Asian Americans flooded social media. Tennis star Naomi Osaka voiced her concern about having to learn about the incidents…
Q&A: Going Digital With Some of Your Favorite AAPI Influencers
…… She pairs soothing and beautiful visuals with audio narration of serious and confrontational topics. I find her work mesmerizing and meaningful.” Helen Wu (AsianBossGirl): “Naomi Osaka. She is an…
