Michelle Yeoh Expresses Interest in Portraying Yoko Ono in Biopic
Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh shared her interest in portraying Yoko Ono during a recent appearance at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con studio event.
Dream Biopic Roles Revealed
During a panel at EW's 2026 San Diego Comic-Con, actress Michelle Yeoh discussed her cinematic aspirations with fans and industry professionals. The Academy Award winner identified legendary artist and activist Yoko Ono as a role she would welcome playing in a biographical film.
Yeoh was joined on stage by her Blade Runner 2099 co-star, Hunter Schafer. The discussion centered on the actors' professional journeys and the specific historical figures they find most compelling for future film projects.
While Yeoh focused on the complex life of Ono, Schafer also shared her own aspirations regarding transformative biographical roles. The appearance served as a platform for the cast to discuss their upcoming work in the Blade Runner franchise while engaging with the pop culture community.
Event Highlights
- Location: San Diego Comic-Con studio presence.
- Key Participants: Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer.
- Project Connection: Discussion tied to their collaboration in Blade Runner 2099.
- Primary Subject: Interest in portraying historical icons through biographical storytelling.
The interest in a Yoko Ono biopic comes amid a broader industry trend of developing character studies of influential 20th-century figures. Yeoh's comments highlight her desire to continue exploring diverse, high-impact roles following her recent Academy Award success.
