'Luck and timing': Matthew Rhys on his historic Emmy Awards double win

Speaking to the BBC, the Welsh actor described the "surreal" experience of becoming the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night.

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'Luck and timing': Matthew Rhys on his historic Emmy Awards double win

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BBC Published 15 September 2026

'Luck and timing': Matthew Rhys on his historic Emmy Awards double win

BBC Published 15 September 2026

Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win

He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.

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