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Owen Cooper, 15, is the youngest male Emmy winner, making him a permanent member of the Academy's history books. He was recognised for his role in the highly acclaimed, The Adolescence, for which he received the Outstanding Supporting Actor award in a Limited or Anthology Series or Film. The Manchester native made a big impression with his breakthrough performance in the series backed by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham for Netflix. For those who are unaware, Jharrel Jerome was the youngest supporting actor in a limited series when he received the honour at the age of 21. While Roxana Zal, who won the award for Something About Amelia at the age of 14 is still the youngest winner overall, Owen Cooper became the youngest winner in the male category.

Owen Cooper said he 'was nothing three years ago' in his acceptance speech. "It's just so surreal. Honestly, when I started these drama classes a couple years back, I didn't expect to be even in the United States, never mind here. So I think tonight proves that if you listen and you focus and you step out your comfort zone, you can achieve anything in life," the Emmy winner added. 

Owen also expressed gratitude to Netflix, his family, and his co-stars in his acceptance speech. The 15-year old actor was speechless when he spoke to the media following the victory. 

 

What Is The Adolescence All About?

 

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The Adolescence is a four-episode crime drama series. The story revolves around a 13-year-old child who is arrested by the police after his schoolmate is killed. The series depicts the psychological and emotional toll that the police interrogation and murder investigation take on the youngster and his family. It was the acting debut of Owen Cooper. 

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The Adolescence is acclaimed for both its storytelling intensity and the fact that every episode is shot in a one continuous take. The series is enjoyable to watch because it features social commentary and some exciting components. The four-part miniseries received a lot of positive feedback from viewers and sparked a discussion about misogyny and online safety in the UK and throughout the world. At the end of March, co-creator Jack Thorne joined Prime Minister Keir Starmer for a discussion on the subject.

The Adolescence received international acclaim for its portrayal of incel culture and brutality by young youngsters. The fact that each episode was filmed in a one continuous take earned it widespread appreciation for its filmmaking methods as well.