Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes history with double win at Emmy Awards

Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: September 15, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes history with double win at Emmy Awards

Welsh actor Matthew Rhys made history at the Emmy Awards by becoming the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night. He was recognized for his roles in the supernatural comedy Widow's Bay and the psychological thriller The Beast In Me. On stage, Rhys dedicated his award to Wales, expressing pride in representing a small nation.

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