01of 18Billy Porter Ran the Red CarpetGettyThered carpet did not disappoint this year, especially withBilly Porter dominating with a stunning sequence of fierce poses. Later in the night,Saturday Night Live’s Bowen Yang had everyone talking abouthis sky-high silver bootsandThe Crown’s Emma Corrin brought the oohs and ahhs with their"crucible realness" ensemble.
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Billy Porter Ran the Red Carpet
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Thered carpet did not disappoint this year, especially withBilly Porter dominating with a stunning sequence of fierce poses. Later in the night,Saturday Night Live’s Bowen Yang had everyone talking abouthis sky-high silver bootsandThe Crown’s Emma Corrin brought the oohs and ahhs with their"crucible realness" ensemble.
02of 18Cedric the Entertainer Got Rita Wilson to Rap to Biz MarkieCBSHost Cedric the Entertainerkicked off the show with afeel-good musical numberrequiring help from some of the night’s guests and nominees. Rapping to the tune of thelate Biz Markie’s “Just a Friend,” Cedric had the audience dancing and passed the mic off to LL Cool J, Mandy Moore, Brendan Hunt, Lil Dicky, Billy Porter and Rita Wilson, among others.“This is the Emmys people, that’s how we do it!” Cedric said when they wrapped the song, adding, “R.I.P. to the one and only Biz Markie.“Watch the full opening numberhere.
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Cedric the Entertainer Got Rita Wilson to Rap to Biz Markie
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Host Cedric the Entertainerkicked off the show with afeel-good musical numberrequiring help from some of the night’s guests and nominees. Rapping to the tune of thelate Biz Markie’s “Just a Friend,” Cedric had the audience dancing and passed the mic off to LL Cool J, Mandy Moore, Brendan Hunt, Lil Dicky, Billy Porter and Rita Wilson, among others.
“This is the Emmys people, that’s how we do it!” Cedric said when they wrapped the song, adding, “R.I.P. to the one and only Biz Markie.”
Watch the full opening numberhere.
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Hannah Waddingham Made Us Cry
Ted Lassostar Hannah Waddingham teared up (so did we!) and excitedly shouted multiple times (so did we!) during her outstanding supporting actress in a comedy seriesacceptance speech. She got especially emotional while thanking the show’s creator and star, Jason Sudeikis.
The actress also gave a shoutout to her parents and all the people in her life who help her, adding, “This single mum wouldn’t be standing here without you.”
04of 18Brett Goldstein’s Speech F—— RuledTheTed Lassowinning streak continued asBrett Goldstein wonoutstanding supporting actor in a comedy series for his role as Roy Kent. He shared that he was “very, very specifically told” he was not allowed to swear like his character so, of course, he followed with a string of expletives that were ultimately bleeped out.Goldstein then went on to thank those involved in the series, including his castmates. “To my teammates that I’m nominated with and all my team,” he said, “this cast made me sick, they’re so good.”
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Brett Goldstein’s Speech F—— Ruled
TheTed Lassowinning streak continued asBrett Goldstein wonoutstanding supporting actor in a comedy series for his role as Roy Kent. He shared that he was “very, very specifically told” he was not allowed to swear like his character so, of course, he followed with a string of expletives that were ultimately bleeped out.
Goldstein then went on to thank those involved in the series, including his castmates. “To my teammates that I’m nominated with and all my team,” he said, “this cast made me sick, they’re so good.”
05of 18Julianne Nicholson and Evan Peters Stanned Kate WinsletCBS; Cliff Lipson/CBS via Getty. Inset: Rich Fury/GettyHBO’sMare of EasttownstarsJulianne NicholsonandEvan Petersboth won in their respective outstanding supporting actress/actor in a limited or anthology series or a movie categories, and dedicated a part of their speeches to the one and onlyKate Winslet.“Man, you’re good at acting,” Nicholson said with a laugh about Winslet. “Turns out, you’re good at caring for a whole production. You led all of us every step of the way with such care and intelligence and love.““If you hadn’t called and asked if I wanted to join you in Philly, I probably would have read the first two episodes, thought ‘Nah, the priest did it,’ and stayed home. So I owe this to you,” she said to her co-star.Peters chose to be succinct with his tribute, shouting really loudly at Winslet to thank her for simply “being KATE WINSLET.“Both were sweet and effective.
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Julianne Nicholson and Evan Peters Stanned Kate Winslet
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HBO’sMare of EasttownstarsJulianne NicholsonandEvan Petersboth won in their respective outstanding supporting actress/actor in a limited or anthology series or a movie categories, and dedicated a part of their speeches to the one and onlyKate Winslet.
“Man, you’re good at acting,” Nicholson said with a laugh about Winslet. “Turns out, you’re good at caring for a whole production. You led all of us every step of the way with such care and intelligence and love.”
“If you hadn’t called and asked if I wanted to join you in Philly, I probably would have read the first two episodes, thought ‘Nah, the priest did it,’ and stayed home. So I owe this to you,” she said to her co-star.Peters chose to be succinct with his tribute, shouting really loudly at Winslet to thank her for simply “being KATE WINSLET.”
Both were sweet and effective.
06of 18Kerry Washington Remembered Michael K. Williams: ‘We Love You’CBS; Paras Griffin/GettyWhile presenting the award for supporting actor in a drama series,Washington honorednomineeMichael K. Williams, whodied on Sept. 6at the age of 54.“Michael was — it’s crazy to say Michaelwas— a brilliantly talented actor and a generous human being who has left us far too soon,” she said. “Michael, I know you’re here because you wouldn’t miss this. Your excellence, your artistry will endure, we love you.”
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Kerry Washington Remembered Michael K. Williams: ‘We Love You’
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While presenting the award for supporting actor in a drama series,Washington honorednomineeMichael K. Williams, whodied on Sept. 6at the age of 54.
“Michael was — it’s crazy to say Michaelwas— a brilliantly talented actor and a generous human being who has left us far too soon,” she said. “Michael, I know you’re here because you wouldn’t miss this. Your excellence, your artistry will endure, we love you.”
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John Oliver and Lorne Michaels Honored Norm Macdonald
John Oliver, Norm Macdonald, Lorne Michaels.CBS Photo Archive/Getty; Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images; John Salangsang/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
John Oliver, who won outstanding variety talk series forLast Week Tonight with John Oliverfor the sixth year in a row, and Lorne Michaels, who won with the cast ofSaturday Night Livefor outstanding variety sketch series, both included a moment toshine a spotlight on the late Norm Macdonald, whodiedon Sept. 14 at the age of 61 after a private nine-year battle with cancer.
Oliver said, “And I just want to say, this is an award for a comedy. No one’s funnier, in the last 20 years than Norm Macdonald. So, if you have any time in the next week. I just spent time YouTubing clips of Norm and Colbert because it just doesn’t get better than that. Thanks so much.”
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The Snub Support Group Had Us Laughing
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Watch the full sketchhere.
09of 18The Cast of Schitt’s Creek Killed Time OnstageA roar of applause filled the room asDan Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Annie Murphy and Eugene Levy came to the stageto present the comedy directing and writing categories. As the crowd got livelier, Dan cut to the chase and said, “Thank you so much, there’s nothing on the prompter.” The “glitch” got the cast ofSchitt’s Creekto slip back into their beloved characters, letting fans enjoy glimpses of David, Moira, Alexis and Johnny Rose bickering like a family again.
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The Cast of Schitt’s Creek Killed Time Onstage
A roar of applause filled the room asDan Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Annie Murphy and Eugene Levy came to the stageto present the comedy directing and writing categories. As the crowd got livelier, Dan cut to the chase and said, “Thank you so much, there’s nothing on the prompter.” The “glitch” got the cast ofSchitt’s Creekto slip back into their beloved characters, letting fans enjoy glimpses of David, Moira, Alexis and Johnny Rose bickering like a family again.
10of 18Jason Sudeikis Thanked Lorne Michaels with a Poop JokeDuring his outstanding lead actor in a comedy seriesacceptance speechfor his work onTed Lasso, Jason Sudeikis thanked his family, his kids, mentors and teachers, including Lorne Michaels, “who went to go take a dump now, perfect,” he joked, before adding, “He’s gonna get home and he’s gonna watch it, he loves watching the Emmys at home. It’s fine, it’s fine.”
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Jason Sudeikis Thanked Lorne Michaels with a Poop Joke
During his outstanding lead actor in a comedy seriesacceptance speechfor his work onTed Lasso, Jason Sudeikis thanked his family, his kids, mentors and teachers, including Lorne Michaels, “who went to go take a dump now, perfect,” he joked, before adding, “He’s gonna get home and he’s gonna watch it, he loves watching the Emmys at home. It’s fine, it’s fine.”
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RuPaul Made History
Upon wining outstanding competition program forRuPaul’s Drag Race, RuPaul thanked all of his lovely drag children and ended his acceptance speech with encouraging words to those who want to join theDrag Racefamily.
This win madeRuPaul the record holder for most Emmys for any Black artistwith 11 total.
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Debbie Allen Received the Governors Award
Choreographer, director, producer and actressDebbie Allen received the esteemed Governors Awardfor her numerous contributions to television, commitment to inspiring marginalized youth through the performing arts and mentorship, and her philanthropic endeavors.
“Let this moment resonate with women across the world, across this country and across the world, from Texas to Afghanistan,” Allen said near the end of her speech. “Let them know. And also with young people who have no vote and who can’t even get a vaccine, they’re inheriting the world that we live [in] that we leave them. It is time for you to claim your power, claim your voice, say your song, tell your stories, it will make us a better place. Your turn. Thank you.”
14of 18Michaela Coel Gave Invaluable Advice: ‘Write the Tale That Scares You’Michaela Coel won outstanding writing for a limited or anthology series or movie for her HBO showI May Destroy You, and destroyed us with her powerful acceptance speech.“Okay, thank you so much. I just wrote a little something for writers,” she began after accepting her award. “Write the tale that scares you, that makes you feel uncertain that isn’t comfortable. I dare you.““In a world that entices us to browse through the lives of others to help us better determine how we feel about ourselves and to in turn feel the need to be constantly visible,” she continued. “Visibility these days seems to somehow equate to success. Don’t be afraid to disappear from it, from us, for a while, and see what comes to you in the silence.“She added, “I dedicate this story to every single survivor of sexual assaults. Thank you.”
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Michaela Coel Gave Invaluable Advice: ‘Write the Tale That Scares You’
Michaela Coel won outstanding writing for a limited or anthology series or movie for her HBO showI May Destroy You, and destroyed us with her powerful acceptance speech.
“Okay, thank you so much. I just wrote a little something for writers,” she began after accepting her award. “Write the tale that scares you, that makes you feel uncertain that isn’t comfortable. I dare you.”
“In a world that entices us to browse through the lives of others to help us better determine how we feel about ourselves and to in turn feel the need to be constantly visible,” she continued. “Visibility these days seems to somehow equate to success. Don’t be afraid to disappear from it, from us, for a while, and see what comes to you in the silence.”
She added, “I dedicate this story to every single survivor of sexual assaults. Thank you.”
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Kate Winslet Won Lead Actress in a Limited Series
The actresswon one of the top awards of the nightfor her role inMare of Easttown: outstanding actress in a limited or anthology series or a movie. The win marked Winslet’s fourth Emmy nomination and second win.
“Mom, mom they’re standing up!” the star said of receiving a standing ovation while accepting the award. “Oh my God, thank you so much!”
After composing herself, she went on to shout out her fellow nominees.
“In this decade that has to be about women having each other’s backs,” she continued, “I support you. I salute you. I’m proud of all of you. Mare of Easttownit seemed to — I don’t know — it was this cultural moment and it brought people together and gave them something to talk about other than a global pandemic and I want to thank everyone for watching our show.”
16of 18Olivia Colman Dedicated Her Win to Her Dad, Who Died ‘During COVID’The Crown’sOlivia Colmanhonored her late father during her outstanding lead actress in a drama series acceptance speech. She grew emotional, saying, “I’m going to be very quick because I’m very teary as my wish my dad was here to see this. I lost my daddy during COVID, and he would have loved all of this.”
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Olivia Colman Dedicated Her Win to Her Dad, Who Died ‘During COVID’
The Crown’sOlivia Colmanhonored her late father during her outstanding lead actress in a drama series acceptance speech. She grew emotional, saying, “I’m going to be very quick because I’m very teary as my wish my dad was here to see this. I lost my daddy during COVID, and he would have loved all of this.”
17of 18Stars Were Honored in Emmys’ In Memoriam SegmentcbsTheEmmy Awardshonored members of the entertainment industry who diedthis past year with a montage, as Leon Bridges and Jon Batiste performed the stirring"River.““Over the past year, we have lost so many of our loved ones,” Uzo Aduba said in an introduction. “But we treasure our memory of each of them and we rejoice in having them in our lives.“The stars who were honored includedNorm Macdonald,Michael K. Williams,Ed Asner,Olympia Dukakis,Christopher Plummer,Dustin Diamond,Cloris LeachmanandCicely Tyson.
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Stars Were Honored in Emmys’ In Memoriam Segment
TheEmmy Awardshonored members of the entertainment industry who diedthis past year with a montage, as Leon Bridges and Jon Batiste performed the stirring"River.”
“Over the past year, we have lost so many of our loved ones,” Uzo Aduba said in an introduction. “But we treasure our memory of each of them and we rejoice in having them in our lives.”
The stars who were honored includedNorm Macdonald,Michael K. Williams,Ed Asner,Olympia Dukakis,Christopher Plummer,Dustin Diamond,Cloris LeachmanandCicely Tyson.
18of 18Queen’s Gambit Became Queen of the NightCheckmate! The cast ofThe Queen’s Gambitwon the Emmy for outstanding limited or anthology series or movie. The elated group joined producer William Horberg on stage as he gave his acceptance speech.“This award is for the fans who told their friends, who became fans who told their friends: ‘Dude, you got to watch the orphan girl chess drama,’ " he said.“Thank you to Netflix, you guys did the rarest thing of all these days, you took a chance on risky material and you trusted the filmmakers,” he continued before thanking theQueen’s Gambitcrew.
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Queen’s Gambit Became Queen of the Night
Checkmate! The cast ofThe Queen’s Gambitwon the Emmy for outstanding limited or anthology series or movie. The elated group joined producer William Horberg on stage as he gave his acceptance speech.
“This award is for the fans who told their friends, who became fans who told their friends: ‘Dude, you got to watch the orphan girl chess drama,’ " he said.
“Thank you to Netflix, you guys did the rarest thing of all these days, you took a chance on risky material and you trusted the filmmakers,” he continued before thanking theQueen’s Gambitcrew.
source: people.com
