‘The Bear’ Star Liza Colón-Zayas Becomes First Latina to Win Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Emmy

‘The Bear’ Star Liza Colón-Zayas Becomes First Latina to Win Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Emmy

As a gamer who’s spent countless hours immersed in the world of television and entertainment trivia, I must say, witnessing Liza Colón-Zayas’ historic win at the 2024 Emmys was nothing short of exhilarating!


2024 saw me, as a gamer, cheering for Liza Colón-Zayas at the Emmys! She took home the prize for best supporting actress in a comedy series, a historic moment as she became the first Latina actress to claim victory in that category. What a milestone!

Colón-Zayas expressed her gratitude to her husband David Zayas during her Emmy acceptance speech. He had encouraged her to write a speech, but she initially doubted it would be feasible. However, standing among Meryl Streep, Carol Burnett, Janelle [James], Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Hannah [Einbinder] left her in awe, questioning how she ever thought such an achievement could be possible. She expressed her love for them all from the deepest part of her heart, also acknowledging her mother.

Colón-Zayas, who triumphed in her portrayal of Tina on The Bear, likewise expressed gratitude towards the FX comedy’s cast, expressing, “Thank you for rejuvenating me with this series.” She further stated, “And to all the Latinas observing me, stay hopeful and vote. Vote for your rights.

Colón-Zayas is experiencing her first Emmy nomination and victory, marking a historic moment in her career. At the Emmy Performer Nominee Celebration last Friday, The Bear’s lead actress shared her thoughts about potentially making history at the 2024 Emmys with The Hollywood Reporter. “It’s incredible,” she expressed. “The women I’m competing against are inspiring and respected figures in my industry, so just being recognized alongside them is a significant achievement for me. If I were to win, it would be an amazing milestone not only for me but for women and individuals like me. I feel proud that I’ve contributed something meaningful.

The Bear made quite an entrance at the Emmys, as it stormed through the ceremony with three acting awards in the initial hour of the broadcast. Ebon Moss-Bachrach was honored with the award for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series, and Jeremy Allen White claimed the best actor in a comedy category, both winning for two consecutive years.

This year’s Emmy Awards, jointly hosted by father and son duo Eugene and Dan Levy, will be airing live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles between 5 and 8 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) or 8 to 11 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Don’t miss the star-studded arrivals on the red carpet.

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2024-09-16 04:24