Angela Bassett wins first Emmy for 'Queens' narration after being nominated 9 times

Angela Bassett has finally won her first Emmy Award, securing the Outstanding Narrator category for her work on the National Geographic docuseries "Queens." The veteran actress expressed her gratitude for the recognition and the opportunity to work on a project that celebrates female power in the animal kingdom.

Bassett shared her excitement, stating that the award is a testament to the hard work of the entire team. She was particularly inspired by the all-female production crew behind the docuseries. This project provided a welcome break from her demanding role on the Fox drama "9-1-1."

At 66 years old, Bassett is grateful for this significant milestone in her career. With nine Emmy nominations under her belt, this win holds special meaning. She acknowledged her mentors and expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to do what she loves.

During her acceptance speech, Bassett thanked National Geographic, Wildstar Films, and the all-female team of directors for bringing this extraordinary story to life. She concluded by saying, "I couldn't be more thrilled and more grateful."

Bassett also took to Instagram to share her joy, posting a photo with her Emmy and expressing her honor at giving a voice to these "majestic, powerful creatures."
 

This first Emmy win for Angela Bassett is a well-deserved recognition of her talent and dedication to storytelling.