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Viola Davis Makes Emmy History
In 2015, Viola Davis became the first African-American woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal of Annalise Keating on "How To Get Away With Murder". Accepting her award, she unforgettably said, "The only thing that separates women of color from anyone else is opportunity. You cannot win an Emmy for roles that are simply not there."
In 2015, Viola Davis became the first African-American woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal of Annalise Keating on "How To Get Away With Murder". Accepting her award, she unforgettably said, "The only thing that separates women of color from anyone else is opportunity. You cannot win an Emmy for roles that are simply not there."
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