Emmy Awards 2024 LIVE — Niecy Nash-Betts speech hailed ‘the BEST’ by fans – and it’s all down to unusual thank you
NIECY Nash-Betts took home an Emmy on Monday and she made sure to thank several people - including herself.
The actress, who portrayed Glenda Cleveland in Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, took home the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.
"Thank you to the most high for this divine moment," Nash-Betts said in her address. "Thank you Ryan Murphy for seeing me. Evan Peters, I love you. Netflix, every single person who voted for me — thank you. And my better half who picked me up when I was gutted from this work, thank you.
"And you know who I wanna thank? I wanna thank me. For believing in me, and doing what they said I could not do. And I wanna say to myself in front of all you beautiful people: go on, girl, with your bad self. You did that."
"Congratulations to Niecy-Nash Betts on your Emmy award," one fan online. "Your speech was THE best!'
Nash-Betts also took the time to remember and honor the victims of police violence, naming Cleveland, Sandra Bland, and Breonna Taylor.
Other big winners include icon Elton John, who finally achieved EGOT status after winning Outstanding Variety Special (live) at the Emmys.
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Ayo Edebiri won Best Supporting Actress
At the beginning of the night, Ayo won the Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
When her name was announced, she seemed to be completely taken aback and very flustered.
Carson stood up to give her a standing ovation, but as Ayo stood up she realized she was holding her purse and phone in her lap.
In a frantic moment, she pushed her belongings into The Voice host's hands before she made her way to the stage.
He appeared to be more than happy to keep the new Emmy Award winner's possessions safe as she took the stage.
In the video of the moment, Carson even appeared to say, "I got you," as she handed off the items.
Elton John - 'The journey to this moment has been filled with passion'
Elton John became the 19th person to win an EGOT with his Emmy win tonight.
“I am incredibly humbled to be joining the unbelievably talented group of EGOT winners tonight,” the legend said.
“The journey to this moment has been filled with passion, dedication, and the unwavering support of my fans all around the world.
“Tonight is a testament to the power of the arts and the joy that it brings to all our lives,” he concluded.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout my career, I am incredibly grateful.”
Joan Collins' return
Joan Collins presented an award at the Emmys in Los Angeles last night and fans were loving her look.
Emmy viewers on X/Twitter, obsessed over Joan's appearance, noting her flawless skin and youthful appearance.
One jokingly said: "Joan Collins the best pact with the devil."
Another added: "Carol Burnett is 90, Marla Gibbs is 92 l, and Joan Collins is 90!"
Selena Gomes stuns fans
Selena Gomez wore a shimmery burgundy gown, made up of 450,000 sequins, that showed off her figure.
The designer who created her dress was Oscar de la Renta.
Fans loved the look with one saying: "Selena gorgeous and graceful as always."
'It's nice to be made welcome'
The last season of the gripping drama Succession, which delves into the power struggles within a media empire family, bagged the top spot as best drama series.
Jesse Armstrong, the mastermind behind this captivating show, was honoured with best writing for a drama series. In his acceptance speech he expressed gratitude towards America's "creative community".
“I come from the UK and the show is about things that are close to the centre of American life and politics and we’ve always been met with generosity and good faith and that’s part of America’s tradition of being very welcoming to outsiders and it’s very nice,” he said.
Succession star takes home Best Supporting Actor
Matthew Macfadyen won Best Supporting Actor in a drama series last night for his role as Tom Wambsgans in Succession.
- F. Murray Abraham (The White Lotus)
- Nicholas Braun (Succession)
- Michael Imperioli (The White Lotus)
- Theo James (The White Lotus)
- Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) (WINNER)
- Alan Ruck (Succession)
- Will Sharpe (The White Lotus)
- Alexander Skarsgard (Succession)
Credit: REUTERS Matty Matheson gave ‘chaotic’ live Emmys speech
Matty Matheson was the member of The Bear's crew who gave the acceptance speech, and it started unconventional and informal.
In the middle of his speech, as he was thanking the restaurant industry, Ebon walked up to him and grabbed his face.
Ebon proceeded to plant a large and long kiss on Matty - which Matty didn't shy away from.
After a few seconds of laughter, the producer continued with his speech like nothing had happened.
By the end of the speech, Ebon attempted to wrangle him in, but Matty still ended up yelling into the microphone several times.
In addition to producing the show, Matty is a Canadian chef and restaurateur with a clear love of the industry.
The Bear stars kissed on stage
Ebon Moss-Bachrach planted a passionate kiss on Matty Matheson tonight as The Bear accepted the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series.
Credit: AP The Bear stars kissed on stage
Ebon Moss-Bachrach planted a passionate kiss on Matty Matheson tonight as The Bear accepted the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series.
Credit: AP
Carson Daly took Ayo Edebiri's purse
Carson Daly, 50, was pushed into the spotlight tonight after he was handed Ayo Edebiri's purse when she was announced the winner of an Emmy award.
At the beginning of the night, Ayo won the Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series - and when her name was announced, she seemed to be completely taken aback and very flustered.
Carson stood up to give her a standing ovation, but as Ayo stood up she realized she was holding her purse and phone in her lap.
In a frantic moment, she pushed her belongings into The Voice host's hands before she made her way to the stage, but he seemed more than happy to keep the new Emmy Award winner's possessions safe as she took the stage.
In the video of the moment, Carson even appeared to say, "I got you," as she handed off the items.
Ayo was then able to freely hug her costars from The Bear and take the stage for her acceptance speech.
What else to know about Paul Walter Hauser
Paul Walter Hauser was born on October 15, 1986, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
He is most known for his roles in popular films like I, Tonya, BlacKkKlansman, Cruella, and Late Night.
The actor has also appeared in TV shows including The Night Shift, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Community, and Superstore.
This isn't the first time Paul has won an award this season - he also took home a Golden Globe Award and Critics' Choice Award for his role in the Apple TV miniseries.
He is married to Amy Elizabeth Boland and has two children.
Paul Walter Hauser shocked viewers, continued
A third tweeted: "Paul Walter Hauser really couldn’t like…spit out the gum before going on stage? It’s giving trashy."
A fourth defended Paul: "f anything, that casualness makes me like him more."
Many also noticed that Paul was holding his Emmy upside down while reading off his thank you's off his Apple iPhone.
While posing with his new award, Paul went completely barefoot in front of photographers.
Paul Walter Hauser shocked viewers
Paul Walter Hauser took home the Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series for his role as Larry Hall in Black Bird tonight - and he left viewers stunned when he seemed to be eating something when he got up to accept his award.
While many assumed it was gum, Paul later revealed that it was a piece of dried mango.
Viewers flooded X, formerly known as Twitter, with their honest thoughts and opinions.
One wrote: "Paul Walter Hauser, GET RID OF THE GUM. That was disgusting."
"Paul Walter Hauser smacking his lips while chewing gum was not only too much, but disgusting and rude," stated a second.
Pedro Pescal says Kieran Culkin beat him up
When Kieran Culkin won the Golden Globe against Pedro Pascal last week, he told Pedro to "suck it" while accepting the award.
While presenting tonight's award for best supporting actor in a drama series, Pedro decided to get back at the Succession actor.
“I think tonight is a perfect time to tell everyone that Kieran Culkin beat the s**t out of me,” the The Last of Us star said on stage as the camera showed Kieran scowling at him from the audience.
Elton John is 'incredibly humbled'
Elton John became the 19th person to win an EGOT with his Emmy win tonight.
“I am incredibly humbled to be joining the unbelievably talented group of EGOT winners tonight," the legend said.
"The journey to this moment has been filled with passion, dedication, and the unwavering support of my fans all around the world.
"Tonight is a testament to the power of the arts and the joy that it brings to all our lives," he concluded.
"Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout my career, I am incredibly grateful.”
The Bear's creator has Covid
The Bear took home six trophies at tonight's ceremony - but the show's creator Christopher Storer was nowhere to be found.
The Bear star Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who won best supporting actor in a comedy tonight, revealed Christopher's whereabouts during the show.
"Chris, sadly, is home sick with Covid," the actor said in the press room after his huge win.
"I talked to him on the way over. He's not happy that he's having to miss this."
The Bear won 10 Emmys in total at the 75th Emmy Awards.
Succession sweeps
Succession has won Outstanding Drama Series.
"We are so honored, we have loved making this show," creator Jesse Armstrong said.
"Thank you very much indeed."
The Bear finishes its clean sweep
The Bear has won its sixth Emmy Award of the night.
Ebon Moss-Bachrach kissed Matty Matheson as he tried to give an acceptance speech on behalf of the hit comedy series.
"Restaurants forever!" Matty said as the team left the stage.
Sarah Snook wins best actress
Sarah Snook wins Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her performance in Succession!
"I carried her with me in this last season - and really it was her that carried me," Sarah says about her daughter.
The actress joked that it's easier to act when you're pregnant because hormones are raging.
Lead Actor goes to...
Kieran Culkin has won the Emmy for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his performance as Roman Roy in Succession.
The actor threw off his jacket as he got up to accept the award.
His costar and on-screen sister, Sarah Snook, is shown in tears in the audience as he accepts the award.
Matthew Perry tribute leaves fans sobbing
Fans are left in tears after Charlie Puth and The War and Treaty finished out their In Memorian segment performance by singing the theme song from Friends to honor Matthew Perry.
In Memoriam tribute begins
The War and Treaty is performing with Charlie Puth during tonight's In Memorial segment.
Rob Reiner and Sally Struthers introduced the tributes by saying, "Those were the days.";
President of GLAAD accepts award
GLAAD has won the Governors Award.
The organization's president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis is accepting the award.
"Visibility creates understanding and opens doors," Ellis said while accepting the award.
"It's lifesaving."
Best Limited Series goes to...
Beef has won the Emmy for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series.
The show's leads, Ali Wong and Steven Yeun, both took home the awards for their performances tonight.
Elton John is an EGOT winner
After tonight's win for his live variety special, Elton John is officially an EGOT winner!
The legend is the 19th person to achieve the huge honor.
However, the iconic singer is not in attendance at tonight's ceremony.