Joaquin Phoenix says he's 'ashamed' by all-white acting nominations in searing speech at Baftas

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‘I’m ashamed to say that I’m part of the problem,’ says Joker star

While he stated he was grateful for the Best Actor award, thestar added: “I also feel conflicted – we send a very clear message to people of colour that ‘you’re not welcome here.”

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