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Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ Sweeps the Emmys With Eight Wins

The Netflix limited series won over voters with single‑take craft that sharpened its examination of youth vulnerability online.

Overview

  • Erin Doherty won Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series and thanked girlfriend Sinéad Donnelly after a brief kiss before taking the stage.
  • Doherty dedicated the trophy to her sister Grace and credited producers Stephen Graham and Hannah Walters, as Graham and co-creator Jack Thorne also won for writing.
  • Fifteen-year-old Owen Cooper became the youngest male Emmy winner for his performance as Jamie in the series.
  • Key interrogation scenes were filmed in continuous takes after extensive rehearsals, a process Doherty described as mentally draining.
  • The series converted 10 nominations into eight Primetime awards, amplifying its exploration of social media’s impact and the pressures facing young people.