"Last night, like millions of people all over the world, I watched the Academy Awards. I was very impressed with how the leading men and women were honored. When it was time for Best and Supporting Actors in both the women's and men's roles to be announced, 5 past Oscar award winners graced the stage.

Each icon gave tribute to one nominee with a script that moved through their heart, acknowledging each actor's talent and connecting to them on a very deep level. The camera moved from the actor who was speaking to the nominated actor who was receiving the accolades.

I was touched by each one, as I saw and felt the love and pride moving between the actors; as their eyes welled up and the nominee was overwhelmed with emotions. These powerful experiences staged a safe place for the audience to meet each leading actor in a very personal, beautiful and humbling moment in their lives.

Each nominated actor, whether they won or not were elevated up by their peers and the energy of everyone bowed down to their brilliance.

When the envelope was opened and the Best Actor was announced, he or she accepted the Oscar with dignity and surprise. In this moment they were all winners, they became one. The academy production choreographed a very honoring segment in the ceremony and gave each nominee a chance to shine. The Best Actor was held with respect and everyone stood up with heartfelt applause.

I believe that we were all privileged to observe and experience such an authentic and private moment with these talented people. This night raised the bar for all academy award presentations...an emotional connection and deepening between the actors and audience was achieved. Bravo!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith