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After her breakout role as Abigail in the film "Triangle of Sadness," Filipino actress Dolly de Leon is now an official member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), the organization that produces the Oscars. At least 398 artists and executives made it to the official list of the Academy released on its website last June 28. "The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership," Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said in the press release. "They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide," he added. Dolly is also joined by well-known actors such as Austin Butler, Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu, Paul Mescal, Selma Blair, Bill Hader, and more.
The new members of the Academy Actor's list
Aside from the actors, the new members also include directors, writers, producers, musicians, executives, artist reps, publicists, and below-the-liners such as casting directors, cinematographers, costume designers, film editors, makeup artists and hairstylists, production designers, and sound pros. Among the 18 people invited to join the Academy's Music branch are: Taylor Swift, Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye, and David Byrne.