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Riz Ahmed proud to become first Muslim nominated for Best Actor Oscar

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Riz Ahmed has made Oscars history as the first Muslim and first person of Pakistani descent to be recognised in the Best Actor category for his role in Sound of Metal.

Ahmed, who hails from Wembley, told Deadline: "If there's a way in which people can find themselves in this moment, and can feel inspired and connected on a deeper level, I'm all for it. "He went on: "Whether they see me as the first British Pakistani, or the first guy from Wembley, you know, there's so many ways to view it.

But as long as it feels like an opportunity for more people than ever before to really connect and feel included in this moment, that's a blessing.

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