Ayo Edebiri, Quinta Brunson Make #Emmys History With Their Wins

For the first time, two African American women won the Comedy Categories for Leading & Supporting roles!

Ayo Edebiri becomes the 3rd black woman to win Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series at The Emmys. Jackée Harry-1987 Sheryl Lee Ralph- 2022 Ayo Edebiri-2023

Quinta Brunson just became the second Black actress in Emmys history to win Lead in the Comedy category, 42 years after Isabel Sanford won for The Jefferson. Quinta’ emotional speech: “I am so happy to be able to live my dream and act out comedy,” said a flustered and somewhat hoarse Brunson, her voice cracking. “I love my mom, my dad, my sisters, my brothers, my entire family so much. I love my husband. I love my cast. I love Abbott Elementary. Thank you so much.”

Congratulations to both ladies on their Emmy wins.