In a night full of surprises at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, 15-year-old Owen Cooper etched his name into television history, becoming the youngest-ever male winner in any acting category.

Cooper, who starred in the critically acclaimed drama series Adolescence, delivered an emotional acceptance speech that highlighted his unlikely journey to the spotlight.

“Honestly, when I started these drama classes a couple years back, I didn’t expect to even be in the United States, let alone here,” Cooper said.

“But I think tonight proves that if you listen and you focus and you step out of your comfort zone, you can achieve anything in life. I was nothing about three years ago. I’m here now.”

The young actor’s performance in Adolescence has been widely praised for its depth and maturity, with critics calling it a career-defining breakthrough.

His win not only cements his place in Hollywood but also inspires a new generation of aspiring performers.