Enthusiastic fans are sharing excerpts from Niecy Nash-Betts’ impactful Emmys acceptance speech. Let’s dive into the reasons behind the buzz.
Niecy Nash-Betts’ speech immediately stirred reactions from both the in-person and virtual audience.
Niecy Nash-Betts’ speech elicited an immediate reaction from the audience, both those present in person and those tuning in virtually. Accepting the award for best supporting actress in a limited series for her role in “Dahmer,” Nash-Betts delivered an impassioned address.
Dressed in a black gown, tears rolling down her face, Nash-Betts proudly held her new trophy aloft, exclaiming, “I’m a winner, baby!” Expressing gratitude, she began by acknowledging the Most High for the divine moment and thanked Ryan Murphy for recognizing her. She also expressed love for Evan Peters and extended her appreciation to Netflix and everyone who voted for her.
Nash-Betts didn’t forget to acknowledge her better half, Jessica Betts, who supported her during challenging times. After expressing gratitude to the creator and co-star of “Dahmer,” she took a moment to appreciate a crucial figure in her journey—Herself.
In a powerful declaration of self-appreciation, Nash-Betts declared, “You know who I want to thank? I want to thank me for believing in me and doing what they said I could not do.”
Addressing the audience, she confidently added, “And I want to say to myself in front of all you beautiful people, ‘Go on, girl, with your bad self. You did that!'”
The audience responded with a burst of applause and laughter. However, Niecy Nash-Betts then shifted to a more solemn tone, drawing attention to her “Dahmer” character Glenda Cleveland, who alerted the authorities to the actions of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, and addressing the tragic losses of Black women to police violence.
In a poignant moment, Nash-Betts stated, “Finally, I accept this award on behalf of every Black and brown woman who has gone unheard yet over-policed, like Glenda Cleveland, like Sandra Bland, like Breonna Taylor.” Her powerful words resonated, earning her a standing ovation from several fellow stars in the audience. Nash-Betts concluded her acceptance speech by emphasizing that as an artist, it is her responsibility to “speak truth to power.”
“And, baby, I’m going to do it until the day I die,” she declared, addressing her mother directly, who was cheering her on from the audience. “Momma, I won!”
On social media, fans are already buzzing with enthusiasm about Nash-Betts’ memorable moment at the microphone. One person expressed on X, “Niecy Nash giving a masterclass on how to make the most out of an #Emmys acceptance speech.” Another commented, “Niecy Nash-Betts is now an Emmy winner after 5 nominations, and she delivered one of the finest speeches in #Emmys history!”
“Niecy Nash’s speech brought tears to my eyes. An instant classic,” shared another viewer, encapsulating the sentiment of many.
Some were quick to quote her empowering moment of self-recognition, sharing, “Niecy Nash to Niecy Nash: ‘You did that.'”
Another person expressed, “I need Niecy Nash-Betts’ acceptance speech read to me every single morning!!!!” accompanied by the hashtag #Emmys.
In a post-Emmy win interview with reporters, Nash elaborated on why the award held profound significance for her as an artist. “I was known for a long time in this town as a comedic actress only, and I really wanted to be able to prove to my peers and my industry that I’m not a one-trick pony,” she explained. “I think tonight solidified that.”
When questioned about why she took a moment to acknowledge her own achievements, Nash responded, “I’m the only one who knows what it cost me.”
“I’m the only one who knows how many nights I cried because I couldn’t be seen for a certain type of role. I’m the one who knows what it’s like to go through divorce on camera and still have to pull up and show out.”
She continued, “So, I’m proud of myself. I’m proud I did something that people said I could not do because I believed in me and sometimes people don’t believe in themselves.”
Nash wants her speech to be a “delicious” invitation for people to believe in themselves.
“Sometimes you have to encourage what? Yourself,” she said. “And that’s why it’s not called mama-esteem, them-esteem, us-esteem, it’s called self-esteem because nobody has to believe it, but you.”
We are certainly proud of Niecy Nash-Betts, one of our FAVORITE people in the world and wish her nothing but continued success.
Anthony Anderson took the helm as the host for the 2023 Emmys, a ceremony that underwent rescheduling from September 2023 to January 2024. The live broadcast unfolded from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, preceded by the commencement of the red carpet festivities.
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