Cristin Milioti Wins an Emmy for The Penguin at 77th Primetime Emmys

Cristin Milioti won the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie Sunday night for her portrayal of Sofia Falcone, also referred to as Sofia Gigante, in HBO's The Penguin, capping a night of recognition for the series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. The ceremony was held at the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE and hosted by Nate Bargatze.

Accepting the award onstage, Milioti said she had written her remarks on the back of notes from a recent therapy session, quipping to the audience, "so don't look at the back." She described making the show and inhabiting the role as "bright spots" amid difficult times, saying that, despite the character's grisly aspects, "playing her felt like flying." Milioti thanked her family, friends, cast and crew, and showrunner Lauren LeFranc, at times becoming emotional and concluding, "I love you and I love acting so much."

The win marks Milioti's first Emmy nomination and victory. It also brings her one step closer to an EGOT, the entertainment industry's shorthand for earning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony. Milioti previously won a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and a Grammy for Best Musical...