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USA Today
2 days ago
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- USA Today
Sandra Oh pays homage to Dr. Cristina Yang, gets graduates to 'dance it out': Watch
Sandra Oh pays homage to Dr. Cristina Yang, gets graduates to 'dance it out': Watch Sandra Oh ended a gripping and motivational graduation speech in true "Grey's Anatomy" fashion by dancing it out. The "Killing Eve" star spoke to New Hampshire graduates at Dartmouth College, offering wisdom and an impromptu dance party to the tune of David Guetta's "Titanium." Video shows Oh asking every attendee to stand up and participate from the commencement stage to the bleachers. "When the world gets hard, or when it's good, especially when it's good like today, by yourself, with your friends, people you love, with strangers, always make time to dance it out," she told the class of 2025. The moment was reminiscent of Oh's character Dr. Cristina Yang on ABC's long-running medical drama, which she starred in from 2005 to 2014. Yang and series protagonist Dr. Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo, repeatedly "dance it out" as a coping mechanism throughout the series. The 14-time Emmy nominee received an honorary degree from the Ivy League University, which "Grey's" creator Shonda Rhimes graduated from in 1991. Watch Sandra Oh 'dance it out' at Dartmouth College Sandra Oh tells Dartmouth graduates to 'dance it out' Actress Sandra Oh ended her passionate speech at Dartmouth's commencement with a 15 second dance to a popular EDM anthem "Titanium" by David Guetta. Sandra Oh urges graduates to embrace kindness, discomfort and heartbreak Oh, 53, offered Dartmouth graduates wisdom she learned through her personal and professional struggles. Acknowledging her time on "Grey's" as one of the "most challenging decades of my life," Oh said a new perspective on mental and physical discomfort allowed her to flourish. Oh recalled often feeling overwhelmed and sick from a grueling work schedule and other factors in her life that were out of her control. She encouraged graduates to learn from their discomfort rather than neglect it. "It turns out you can't ghost depression or outsource a panic attack. The more I wanted my external circumstances to change, the worse I felt. Things only started to stabilize when I looked inside and when I stopped trying to bend things to my will and stayed open to my discomfort," Oh said. "Life is going to challenge you in ways you cannot anticipate. The way I have tried to be with this is to be kind." The actor elaborated that the kindness she speaks of involves courage, respect, compassion and the "opposite of weakness." She added that kindness to themselves and others will enable the graduates to approach the world grounded and resilient. "It is the foundation for a lasting strength," Oh said. "Can you hold your heartbreak with tenderness and give it your loving attention? This is kindness."
IOL News
3 days ago
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- IOL News
Sandra Oh: From fictional doctor to honorary graduate, a full-circle moment that has us cheering
'A Dr. for real reals!! (Okay, honorary)' - Sandra Oh. Image: Instagram If you're a millennial like me, the name Sandra Oh immediately conjures up images of the iconic Dr. Cristina Yang from "Grey's Anatomy". Her razor-sharp wit, unflinching confidence and the unforgettable "twisted sisterhood" she shared with Meredith Grey became the gold standard for friendship goals. Sandra Oh was recently awarded an honorary doctorate from Dartmouth College, joining the Class of 2025 as their commencement speaker. Image: Sandra Oh/Instagram Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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This time, Sandra isn't scrubbing in to save lives in a fictional operating room. She's stepping into the spotlight as a "doctor for real" - well, honorary doctor, but who's counting? A doctorate and a dream fulfilled Sandra Oh was recently awarded an honorary doctorate from Dartmouth College, joining the Class of 2025 as their commencement speaker. And while Cristina Yang's medical brilliance was scripted, this moment was all Oh's. On her Instagram, she celebrated the milestone with her signature humour and humility: "A Dr. for real reals!! (Okay, honorary)' she quipped. The post was accompanied by snapshots of her in a graduation gown, delivering her speech, and even dancing it out with the graduates - a nod to the celebratory spirit her fans know and love. But what makes this moment even more poignant? Sandra revealed in her speech that she never attended university herself. "I only played characters who have," she joked. "So thank you for helping fulfil my parents' dream of me actually getting a degree. And a doctorate at that!" It was a heartfelt acknowledgement of her immigrant parents' aspirations and an emotional full-circle moment for the actress. Sandra's commencement speech wasn't just a highlight reel of her career or a sentimental "thank you". It was a masterclass in vulnerability, resilience, and growth. "If you can train yourself not to turn away, but to learn to be with your discomfort, and trust that it might be telling you something you don't yet know," she advised the graduates. Her words struck a chord, reminding us all that growth often comes from sitting with the uncomfortable moments we'd rather avoid. Of course, she delivered her message with the same wit and charm that made Cristina Yang so beloved. "When they presented the offer (of giving the speech), I thought, 'Huh, well, that's nice. What a privilege…' And then I thought ABSOLUTELY NOT,"she said, laughing. But, as always, Sandra persevered, turning her initial hesitation into a moment of connection and inspiration. From Grey's to greatness Sandra Oh's career is a testament to the power of storytelling. She became a household name thanks to her role as Dr. Cristina Yang, the ambitious cardiothoracic surgeon who made us laugh, cry and believe in the power of unapologetic ambition. Her time on "Grey's Anatomy" from 2005 to 2014 cemented her as one of the most iconic characters in television history. And while Sandra departed from the show over a decade ago, Cristina's legacy lives on. The 'twisted sisterhood' shared with Meredith Grey that has become a gold standard for friendship goals. Image: TikTok fan page The character is still referenced in the series through calls, letters, and even lingering storylines, keeping fans hopeful for a possible return. Even her former co-star Kevin McKidd (Dr. Owen Hunt) has expressed his desire to see her back on Grey's, stating that they didn't really get a proper goodbye. Sandra, however, seems content to leave that chapter behind. "I've put that gently aside," she told PEOPLE during a recent interview. Beyond "Grey's Anatomy", Sandra Oh has continued to captivate audiences with her versatility. From her Emmy-nominated performance in "Killing Eve" to her voice work in animated hits like "Turning Red", she's proven time and time again that her talent knows no bounds, in Hollywood. So here's to Sandra Oh, a 'Dr. for real reals,' a role model for the ages, and proof that sometimes life imitates art in the most extraordinary ways. And to all the dreamers out there: keep dancing it out.
GMA Network
3 days ago
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- GMA Network
'Grey's Anatomy' star Sandra Oh receives honorary degree from Dartmouth College
'Grey's Anatomy' star Sandra Oh is now a "doctor for real" after receiving an honorary degree from Dartmouth College. On Instagram, the award-winning actress shared some snaps of herself delivering the 2025 commencement speech. 'A Dr. for real reals!! (Okay, honorary),' Sandra wrote in the caption. 'Thank you [Dartmouth College] for letting me dance it out with the Dartmouth Grads of '25 and the privilege of giving this year's commencement speech,' she added. During her speech, the actress shared that she never attended university, "only played characters who have." "So thank you for helping fulfill my parents' dream of me actually getting a degree. And a doctorate at that! I know it's honorary," she added. Sandra is known for playing the role of Dr. Cristina Yang, the Chief Medical Officer and Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Klausman Institute for Medical Research in the hit medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy' from 2005 to 2014. The series first aired in 2005 and is now on its 21st season. —Jade Veronique Yap/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Sandra Oh Urges Dartmouth Graduates to Dance in 'Destabilizing Times' as She Talks DEI and ‘Grey's' Changes She Fought For
Canadian-born Sandra Oh talked to Dartmouth College's graduating class of 2025 on Sunday and questioned whether bringing up the controversial issues of diversity, inclusion and equity initiatives could get her sent back to her native country. 'What if I say the wrong thing? What if I were to talk about — diversity? Equity? OK, uh, what if I changed the words, like, Including Diverse Equalness — or Diverting Equitable Inclusivity? Would that still be bad? Could I get deported? See, that should be a bad joke and it is, but it's not,' Oh said during her commencement speech while receiving an honorary doctorate of the arts. More from The Hollywood Reporter Eric Dane Reveals His Right Arm No Longer Works Amid ALS Battle John Oliver Slams Trump Over Response to Protests Against Immigration Raids: "He Is Such a Dick" Shakira Says Being an Immigrant in the U.S. Amid Trump's Policies "Means Living in Constant Fear" Oh, who won a Golden Globe Award for her work on Grey's and another for her portrayal of the title character on Killing Eve, told Dartmouth College graduates she was speaking to them during 'bewildering and destabilizing times.' Her address, while not directly naming President Donald Trump amid his backlash against DEI policies, which includes targeting Ivy League institutions like Columbia and Harvard, revealed deep reservations about discussing politics at all. 'I realized that underneath this discomfort I was feeling — the fear, the comparison, the self-judgment — was really a call — to come and share myself with you, despite these doubts,' Oh admitted. She said that Dartmouth College alum Shonda Rhimes, creator of Grey's Anatomy and Scandal, first recommended to Oh that she do a commencement speech at her college. Oh talked about her star turn on Grey's Anatomy before urging Dartmouth graduates to find inner strength and kindness towards themselves to overcome discomfort in their own lives. 'As some of you know, I had the great privilege of playing Dr. Cristina Yang on Grey's Anatomy for 10 seasons. This opportunity brought me financial stability, fame and privilege. It was also one of the most challenging decades of my life. I learned profound lessons during this time, because so much of it was so uncomfortable,' Oh recalled. She recounted having to fight for script changes to ensure dialogue for Oh on the medical drama fit her character, and how the series' writers room had a dedicated 'Sandra whisperer' on staff to deal with her requests. 'That doesn't happen anymore. I am my own whisperer,' Oh insisted. As she concluded her address, Oh then channeled Dr. Cristina Yang, the medical resident she played for 10 seasons, and called out to the graduating class: 'When the world gets hard, or when it's good—especially when it's good, like today — by yourself, with people you love, with strangers, always take the time to dance it out!' That was followed by 15 seconds of dancing to David Guetta's 'Titanium' as graduates and family and friends in the audience rose to their feet in celebration. Among those also receiving honorary degrees along with Oh from Dartmouth was film and TV producer David Benioff, Olympians Judy Geer and Mikaela Shiffrin, and pro baseball pitcher William Greason. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
USA Today
3 days ago
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- USA Today
Watch Sandra Oh, crowd 'dance it out' after graduation speech
Watch Sandra Oh, crowd 'dance it out' after graduation speech Sandra Oh ended a gripping and motivational graduation speech in true "Grey's Anatomy" fashion by dancing it out. The "Killing Eve" star spoke to New Hampshire graduates at Dartmouth College, offering wisdom and an impromptu dance party to the tune of David Guetta's "Titanium." Video shows Oh asking every attendee to stand up and participate from the commencement stage to the bleachers. "When the world gets hard, or when it's good, especially when it's good like today, by yourself, with your friends, people you love, with strangers, always make time to dance it out," she told the class of 2025. The moment was reminiscent of Oh's character Dr. Cristina Yang on ABC's long-running medical drama, which she starred in from 2005 to 2014. Yang and series protagonist Dr. Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo, repeatedly "dance it out" as a coping mechanism throughout the series. The 14-time Emmy nominee received an honorary degree from the Ivy League University, which "Grey's" creator Shonda Rhimes graduated from in 1991. Watch Sandra Oh 'dance it out' at Dartmouth College Sandra Oh tells Dartmouth graduates to 'dance it out' Actress Sandra Oh ended her passionate speech at Dartmouth's commencement with a 15 second dance to a popular EDM anthem "Titanium" by David Guetta. Sandra Oh urges graduates to embrace kindness, discomfort and heartbreak Oh, 53, offered Dartmouth graduates wisdom she learned through her personal and professional struggles. Acknowledging her time on "Grey's" as one of the "most challenging decades of my life," Oh said a new perspective on mental and physical discomfort allowed her to flourish. Oh recalled often feeling overwhelmed and sick from a grueling work schedule and other factors in her life that were out of her control. She encouraged graduates to learn from their discomfort rather than neglect it. "It turns out you can't ghost depression or outsource a panic attack. The more I wanted my external circumstances to change, the worse I felt. Things only started to stabilize when I looked inside and when I stopped trying to bend things to my will and stayed open to my discomfort," Oh said. "Life is going to challenge you in ways you cannot anticipate. The way I have tried to be with this is to be kind." The actor elaborated that the kindness she speaks of involves courage, respect, compassion and the "opposite of weakness." She added that kindness to themselves and others will enable the graduates to approach the world grounded and resilient. "It is the foundation for a lasting strength," Oh said. "Can you hold your heartbreak with tenderness and give it your loving attention? This is kindness."
