Quinta Brunson accepts her Emmy for comedy writing, for “Abbott Elementary,” while trying to “awaken” comedian Jimmy Kimmel, who’s playing dead on the stage. His “playing dead” gag set Twittersphere abuzz.
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Lizzo accepts her Emmy for competition series, for “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls.” At right is host Kenan Thompson.
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John Oliver kneels while accepting the Emmy for variety talk series, for “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver,” from presenter Martin Short.
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Jennifer Coolidge dances after accepting her Emmy for limited/movie supporting actress, in “The White Lotus.”
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Zendaya accepts the Emmy for lead actress in a drama for her work in “Euphoria,” from presenter Kelly Clarkson.
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Sheryl Lee Ralph belts out a tune as she accepts the Emmy for supporting actress in a comedy series, for “Abbott Elementary.”
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In a platinum-blond wig from the Daenerys playbook, host Kenan Thompson struts through a medley of theme songs, including that of “Game of Thrones.”
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