When Oscars host Ellen orchestrated the now-famous star-studded selfie during Sunday’s show (the most reTweeted post ever!), Lupita’s brother, Peter Nyong’o, seized the opportunity for photo stardom and the Oscar-winning actress couldn’t be more proud.
“This here is my opportunistic brother,” the “12 Years A Slave” star told Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson after the Oscars at the Governors Ball.
“I saw the opportunity, and I was like, ‘I’m not passing up on this, this is a selfie with Ellen DeGeneres… and everyone else!’” Peter explained.
If only Bradley’s arm was longer. Best photo ever. #oscars pic.twitter.com/C9U5NOtGap
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) March 3, 2014
“And everyone else,” Lupita added in.
Jokes aside, the actress was glad her brother jumped in the shot.
“[Ellen] didn’t say who could get in the selfie, and yes, I’m proud of him for taking the moment…he’s made history!” Lupita said.
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And how is Peter feeling about his sister following her big win for Best Supporting Actress?
“I mean even before everything she’s always been a star, so like this is just extra bonus points,” Peter beamed.
As of Monday morning, Ellen’s selfie has been reTweeted 2.7 million times!
— Jesse Spero
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