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| Yura Borisov Receives Official Invitation to Join the Academy, Will Now Vote in the Oscars Alongside Global Film Icons. |
Russian actor Yura Borisov has reached a new milestone in his international film career. He was officially invited to become a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the organization behind the prestigious Oscar Awards. This invitation gives him the opportunity to participate in the voting process that determines future Oscar winners.
Borisov is among 534 professionals from across the global film industry who were offered membership this year. Other well-known names include Kieran Culkin, Ariana Grande, Dave Bautista, Jeremy Strong, Mikey Madison, and Jason Momoa—all recognized for their outstanding contributions to cinema.
If all invitees accept, the Academy’s total membership will rise to 11,120 individuals, with 10,143 of them eligible to vote in Oscar decisions—including Borisov himself.
A Global Push for Diversity and Representation
This year, the Academy has shown a strong commitment to expanding its international reach. The new class of invitees represents 60 countries and territories outside the United States. According to official Academy data:
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41% of invitees are women,
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45% belong to underrepresented racial or ethnic groups, and
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55% are international professionals.
This shift is part of a long-term effort by the Academy to diversify its ranks and ensure the Oscars reflect a broader, more inclusive global film community.
Yura Borisov’s Oscar Journey
Yura Borisov previously earned an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film Anora. Although the award went to Kieran Culkin for his role in The Real Pain, Borisov’s nomination alone positioned him as a rising talent with global recognition.
Becoming an Academy member not only validates Borisov’s artistic achievements, but also opens the door for more representation of Russian and Eastern European cinema on the world stage.
Yura Borisov’s induction into the Academy is a significant step for international film artists. It shows that the Oscars are becoming more inclusive, giving voice to creatives from a wide range of cultures and perspectives.
If you're curious about how the Academy selects its members or what the Oscar voting process looks like, stay tuned for our next article that breaks it all down in simple terms.
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