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Quinta Brunson Hits Milestone With Emmys Outstanding Lead Actress Win In A Comedy


Quinta Brunson is officially sick with awards. She just became the second Black actress to win in the category of Outstanding Actress in a Comedy. She’s also the first in more than 40 years a…

Accepting her Emmy from presenter Carol Burnett, Brunson couldn’t hold back the tears. “I love making Abbott Elementary so much and I am so happy to be able to live my dream and act out comedy. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy.

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