“Black-ish” has proven to be a certified hit when it comes to TV comedies, and Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross both received nominations for their portrayal of a married couple finding humorous ways to be great parents to four kids with one on the way.
While Anthony Anderson came up short for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy (Donald Glover bested him), Tracee Ellis Ross won Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy (Issa Rae was also nominated in this category for “Insecure”).
“Black-ish” also went head to head against “Atlanta” for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy with “Atlanta” coming out on top.
When it comes to films, “Moonlight” won Best Motion Picture – Drama.
Viola Davis won Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture for her highly acclaimed performance in “Fences” (Octavia Spencer was also nominated in this category for “Hidden Figures”).
You can check out all the acceptance speeches below:
I saw bits and pieces last night but I’m so happy to see all these black actors getting recognition. I still need to see Moonlight though. I tried to find it near me but I couldn’t. I’m just going to have to rent it when it comes out on DVD. I’ve heard so many great things about it.
It’s excellent Queen. I can’t wait for you to see it. I know you will enjoy it.
Wow Issa got nominated just one season in? That’s amazing!
Donald’s acceptance speech was hilarious. But honestly I have to say I love Black-ish and Atlanta a whole lot. I’m glad one of them pulled out the win and Tracee won because she’s killing it this season. I’m shocked Denzel didn’t win though. I just knew him and Viola would both win.
I’m still laughing at the “Hidden Fences” memes…mess. Black people did it big last night.
Atlanta is such a good show.
Congrats to all the winners.
There’s a lot of great scripted shows out now with black leads. And they are so well written too. It’s a great time for TV.
Black excellence.
That’s that Black magic working. So happy for them all.
I love to see all these black and talented people slaying. It makes my day.
Congratulations to all. I love me some Viola Davis.