America Ferrera expressed her delight at her Oscar nomination for her role in the film "Barbie," but also conveyed her disappointment for her co-star Margot Robbie and director Greta Gerwig, who were both overlooked by the Academy. In a statement to The Post, Ferrera, who received a nomination for Best Actress in a supporting role, expressed her astonishment and gratitude for being recognized among other talented artists this year. 

She also highlighted the importance of Latiné representation at the Academy Awards and hoped for a continued growth in diversity.

Ferrera praised her fellow Barbie cast members and acknowledged the impact that Gerwig and Robbie have made, mentioning that their achievements will be felt for generations to come. Ferrera played Gloria, a mother and Mattel employee, in the film, and her monologue about the complexities of being a woman was well-received by fans. "Barbie" received eight Oscar nominations, including a Best Picture nomination for Robbie as a producer. 

Gerwig also made history as one of the rare female directors to be nominated for Best Picture. However, she was snubbed in the Best Director category. Ferrera expressed disappointment over these snubs in an interview with Variety, stating that Gerwig deserved the recognition for taking a project with seemingly little value and turning it into a global phenomenon.

Regarding Robbie, Ferrera marveled at her talent and described her as a master in her field. Ferrera's comments reflect her admiration for her co-stars and her belief in their exceptional performances. The Oscars, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, will take place on March 10th and will be broadcast live on ABC.