At the 2024 Emmys, Quinta Brunson made history as the first Black woman in 42 years to win the lead actress in a comedy series award. Ayo Edebiri also achieved a significant milestone by becoming the third Black woman to win the prize for supporting comedy actress. This recognition follows Jackée Harry's win in 1987 and Sheryl Lee Ralph's nomination in 2022. Ayo Edebiri's success in 'The Bear' has garnered attention, including discussions about her Letterboxd account. The Dorchester native has been celebrated for her work on 'The Bear' and her achievements during this awards season.
Adding an Emmy to her collection last night, award-winning actress and Dorchester native Ayo Edebiri has been winning this awards season for her work on the hit series "The Bear," all while ruling the red carpet https://t.co/a6Mdv0wNCj
‘The Bear’ star Ayo Edebiri responds to obsession with her Letterboxd account https://t.co/QfANF9pW9D
Ayo Edebiri discusses her Letterboxd account backstage at the #Emmys https://t.co/ztTVMSWaBN
Quinta Brunson becomes the first Black woman in 42 years to win for lead actress in a comedy series at the #Emmys. https://t.co/dsnX5FdCaz
Ayo Edebiri's Emmy win for “The Bear” makes her the third Black woman to take home the prize for supporting comedy actress, following Jackée Harry for “227” in 1987 and fellow-nominee Sheryl Lee Ralph for “Abbott Elementary” in 2022. https://t.co/mPeCb3X4rh https://t.co/ZUPx4lzYNw