The media giant’s “100 Women” list highlights those who are leading change and making a difference during these turbulent times.

As part of their report, the BBC noted that Yeoh is one of very few actresses from Asia to enjoy a long, successful career in the United States.

She first broke onto the scene by performing her own stunts in the typically male-dominated world of Hong Kong martial arts films, before moving to Hollywood and starring as a Bond girl opposite Pierce Brosnan in “Tomorrow Never Dies”.

Yeoh, who hails from Ipoh, Perak, is still securing big-money roles in blockbuster releases.

She is set to appear in the upcoming sequels in James Cameron’s “Avatar” franchise as well as in Marvel’s first Asian-led superhero movie, “Shang-Chi”.

Yeoh often speaks about the lack of Asian representation in Hollywood, and is working to eradicate poverty by 2030 as a United Nations goodwill ambassador.

Joining her on the list were women such as Sanna Marin, who leads Finland’s all-female coalition government, Sarah Gilbert, who heads the Oxford University research into a coronavirus vaccine, as well as Jane Fonda, veteran actress and climate activist.

One spot on the list was also left blank as a tribute to the many women around the world who have made sacrifices to help others.