15-year-old Owen Cooper made history by becoming the youngest male winner ever at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards. He earned this impressive honor for his role as Jamie Miller in the Netflix series “Adolescence.”
Owen, who only started taking acting classes a couple of years ago, spoke to the audience during his acceptance speech.
He shared some inspiring words: “If you listen, focus and push yourself out of your comfort zone, you can achieve great things.” He reflected on his journey by saying, “I was nothing three years ago.”
While accepting the award, Owen humbly acknowledged his team, stating that even though his name is on the trophy, it actually belongs to everyone involved in making the show.
He faced some tough competition in his category, going up against well-known actors like Javier Bardem and Peter Sarsgaard. Other nominees included Rob Delaney and his own co-star, Ashley Walters. Despite the strong competition, Owen’s incredible talent shone through, leading him to victory!
The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday. Host Nate Bargatze delivered his opening monologue after the first award was handed out. The Emmy Awards celebrate the biggest stars in television, honoring the best shows and performances from June 2024 to May 2025. It was an exciting evening filled with glitz and glamour, recognizing the hard work and creativity of those in the industry.