Quinta Brunson Makes Emmy History with 'Abbott Elementary'

Brunson becomes first Black woman in over 40 years to win outstanding lead actress in a comedy series, amid delayed ceremony due to Hollywood strikes.

Quinta Brunson, creator and star of 'Abbott Elementary', made history at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards by becoming the first Black woman to win the award for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series in more than 40 years.
Brunson's win marks her second Emmy, following her award for outstanding writing for a comedy series for 'Abbott Elementary' last year.
The Emmy Awards ceremony saw three Black women win major awards: Brunson, Ayo Edebiri for 'The Bear', and Niecy Nash-Betts for 'Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story'.
Brunson's Emmy dress, a pink Christian Dior creation, sparked online debate due to its intentionally wrinkled appearance, a design choice confirmed by her stylist, Jessica Paster.
The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards were held four months late due to a turbulent year of strikes in Hollywood.