When Halle Berry became the first Black woman to win an Oscar for "Monster's Ball," her producer Lee Daniels was not actually at the awards ceremony to share in the celebration. In a new interview with MSNBC's Ari Melber, Daniels opens up about that night, tearfully recounting his personal and professional struggles and why he didn't originally think he deserved the acclaim. This excerpt is from an exclusive interview Daniels did for the latest episode of Mavericks with Ari Melber.
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See Lee Daniels Cry Watching Hallie Berry's Oscar Speech
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmUa2Ktqh6U
It was an emotional moment. Fair enough. I cried too, and I’m a white male.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHlPPkReIlc
Halle Berry in CatWoman is unforgettable performance
She’s my President : If you haven’t seen it, look up her acceptance speech for the Raspberry Award she won for Catwoman. It is absolutely hilarious. 😂
You can’t be serious. She was horrible in that movie.
Love all your work Mr. Daniels and respect to Halle Berry. 💜