Owen Cooper: 15-year-old Adolescence actor becomes youngest Emmy Award-winner

New Delhi:

The Emmy Awards 2025 were special for Owen Cooper as the 'Adolescence' actor took home the award in the Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Series or Movie category. With this the 15-year-old has also become the youngest actor to win an Emmy Awards.

Another 'Adolescence' actor, Stephen Graham, also won big at the Emmys 2025 as he grabbed two major awards, including the Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. Netflix's popular drama Adolescence star Erin Doherty also grabbed the Supporting Actress. 

Owen Cooper's acceptance speech

Although Adolescence won a total of 6 awards, the one who created history is Owen Cooper. Owen, who played Jamie Miller in the series, received the award for Best Supporting Role at the Emmy Awards 2025. After winning the title, Owen Cooper went to the Emmy stage and gave his emotional speech and saying that he was nothing before Adolescence. 

'Wow, I can't believe it. To be honest, when I started drama classes, I didn't expect to win this award. I think tonight proves that if you learn, stay focused and get out of your comfort zone, you can achieve anything in life. I am grateful. Three years ago, I was nothing, but now I am here. This statue has my name written on it, but actually it belongs to all the people who have worked on this show,' the actor said.

Adolescence won a total of 6 awards at the Emmys

The series that has won the most awards at the Emmy Awards 2025 is Adolescence. Have a look at them here.

1. Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie - Stephen Graham
2. Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie - Erin Doherty
3. Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie - Owen Cooper
4. Best Writing Limited or Anthology Series or Movie - Jack Thorne and Steven Graham
5. Best Limited or Anthology Series - Adolescence
6. Best Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series - Philip Barantini (Adolescence)

The 77th Emmy Awards were held on September 14 at the Peacock Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, where artists created history.

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