70th Emmy Awards: Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Series Or Movie

Darren Criss wins the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for The Assassination Of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story

[@Theordoreqaz]

THIS BOY USED TO MAKE DISNEY COVERS IN HIS DORM ROOM I FEEL LIKE A PROUD DAD

[@stephaniel2850]

I knowww right!? Like... this adorable goober: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4fZlXusfp6nq6c is now an Emmy winner!! :'D

[@KaijaSchmauss]

I know right?! The guy who accidentally went viral for a Harry Potter parody musical is officially an award-winning actor. I'm so proud.

[@minni3723]

Stop I’m crying

[@weasleysweaters]

🙌😂 this

[@thisbrightlight4047]

RIGHT!!

[@starshipranger8092]

From Disney covers, to A Very Potter Musical, to Glee and now to winning an Emmy for American Crime Story. Darren has reached so far in 10 years, and as the huge fan I am of him, I'm personally so proud and happy for him! Go Blue

[@sociallyawkwardperson6713]

Go Blue is what people who of cheering for the University of Michigan say. Darren went to U of M and was in AVPM there

[@alleyesonjulio]

So far who glee cast can move on without glee shadow is Darren Criss

[@HoldenNY22]

@@sophiapulcini391- I thought he Meant Vote Democratic.

[@Alia-bc3rc]

Watching Ricky Martin jumped up and down when Darren announced as winner... "my bae's killer won!!"

[@livenitup862]

Alia Ris yeeees the cutest thing ever!

[@minni3723]

Ricky is so sweet he wears his heart on his sleeve

[@Myplop]

Ricky is such a luvvie

[@isabellasmith7275]

I don’t get it

[@SyedSaifAbbasNaqvi]

How is he related to Ricky?

[@andrescamarillo7070]

So proud of Harry Potter.

[@leisurelyurs]

not even remotely alike

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

*Will Chin* Darren Criss co-wrote the music/lyrics, as well as played Harry Potter in the Very Potter parody musical.

[@leisurelyurs]

ok now i know, then he should be VERY potter lol

[@LuizMoura88]

I remembered Glee and after the kiss, I was like "Oh, so he's straight" (Sorry if this was a well-known fact, I'm from Brazil and I definitely do not follow the celebrities lives up close)

[@LuizMoura88]

Mia Harrison Minina, então eu não estava tão errado assim kkk

[@ShelleyTemplar1986]

I love how Ricky Martin jumped out of his seat he was so happy. Well deserved.

[@tovolume]

Yeah, he was very happy for Darren Criss who truly deserves to win. He did the same reaction for Ryan Murphy who also won

[@stephaniel2850]

Ricky is so sweet and enthusiastic, it's adorable :'D Also, SAME Ricky, same ^__^

[@denaspohn5207]

I was so afraid they wouldn't give it him since he is a former heartthrob and star of "Glee". This made my day. He deserved this.

[@laramiaizz]

Dena Spohn ermm, some Glee cast won Emmy for their roles in Glee tho..

[@MrAmon127]

He was a far cry from Blaine in this role. He nailed it

[@franconese01]

@@laramiaizz Please, "The Assassination of Versace" was a much higher quality production than the teenage musical drama series "Glee."

[@laramiaizz]

@@franconese01 and? That has nothing to do with the topic being discussed..

[@madeleineyong1252]

Former Heart Throb??

[@LaurenWM7]

Started at Hogwarts, now we’re here.

[@sagarthorat9175]

What do you mean ? What's his connection to Harry Potter ? Many comments like these

[@elsagranquist9755]

Sagar Thorat he played Harry Potter in a parody musical called A Very Potter Musical, it’s on youtube if you wanna watch it lmao

[@goodjobeli]

@@sagarthorat9175 He wrote the music and starred in a Harry Potter parody musical, that's how he got on glee and became famous

[@aisham5485]

Lauren Wylie YESS!!!

[@yeehaw086]

@Sabah M I THINK WERE GOING BACK

[@alexandrotirador1385]

There is no competition here. Darren deserves this more than anyone. He played Andrew Cunanan with exceptionally charged emotions and understated elegance. A show-stopping scene-stealer. (I love Benedict Cumberbatch though)

[@peggyzelaya]

100% agree!!

[@climbinguphill]

Totally agree, though I will say Jesse Plemons and Benedict Cumberbatch were exceptional in their roles.

[@_justinblizzle]

From the moment I saw the scene w him in the parked car hysterically crying/laughing/in astonishment & disbelief (either after he killed Versace or after he realized they were looking for him) that he would win... he literally carried this entire season and I totally didn't expect that- I didn't even realize it would be an Andrew Cunanan story lol

[@lisbethyoung3047]

Darren is talented but Ben actually made me cry my eyes out... HE should have won

[@borneocoolpad7833]

I didn't watch Versace yet ! But i did watched Cumberbacth in Patrick Melrose, wonder how the hell he lost the Emmys ???

[@mynameissarah5117]

If anyone deserves to win an Emmy, it's Darren. I'm so proud!

[@imissuguys]

Is anyone else FREAKING OUT god I just feel like it was yesterday he was Harry Freaking Potter and doing terrible video quality covers of I'll Make A Man Out Of You and here he is winning a FREAKING EMMY I'm screaming and laughing and crying this is nuts! You deserve it Darren!

[@jwelch5742]

He's the first Filipino-American actor to win an Emmy Award.

[@marciomiller1269]

I'm so happy for him. I knew he was going to win an Emmy after I saw the first episode.

[@SlimGravy2K]

Marcio Miller No you didn’t

[@marieadams3720]

Yes it was quite something to see...

[@justchillininmebox.2814]

Who else has been here since AVPM and feels like a proud parent?

[@michichi01]

What I love the most about this is how everyone was really rooting for him to win. Everyone’s reaction was amazing, specially Ricky’s. Just love it! So very well deserved!

[@KaijaSchmauss]

Ricky and Judith's were my favorites. Judith threw her hands up, and both her and Ricky screamed. They were both so damn proud and excited.

[@franconese01]

@@KaijaSchmauss The entire cast won. Didn't "The Assassination of Versace" win best drama series?

[@KaijaSchmauss]

@@franconese01 I think it did, but I don't remember for sure.

[@laurenwelch9069]

the way darren talks about mia makes my heart go 🦋🦋🦋✨✨✨✨

[@rsemrrikin4069]

The start of Starkid taking over the world

[@mamaymay8259]

And then they will plant flowers. And have snakes.

[@ezelfrancisco1349]

The reign of Darren is drawing near, he’ll have the greatest acting career, it’s gonna be totally awesome

[@barbaraversalle2905]

I think this is the best win I've ever seen on the Emmy's! Darren Criss made me cry and feel pity for Andrew when he played that character! I know that Andrew did awful things but Darrin made him human and I loved watching the series, it was my guilty pleasure! Thank you Ryan Murphy for taking a chance on this exceptional young man!

[@ArtemisScribe]

I love how the comment section is just a reunion of all of those of us who his songs for 99p on itunes over a decade ago and now here's our guy getting a god damn Emmy! He really was the best teenage crush I could have asked for.

[@sebastianjoseph6728]

I'm so happy Darren won. I was so rooting for him after his incredible performance in American Crime Story as Andrew Cunnan.

[@ainaldikarim7291]

True..that's right..

[@Prince_the_One]

I actually hated him...but then I realized its bc he played his part so well, lol

[@09iloveu09]

100% rt

[@aa0750]

*Cunanan

[@kristinastaab3572]

He and Mia were both about to cry. Congrats, Darren! Our little Harry Potter is all grown up and winning awards. 😭

[@Liz-tb3nd]

he literally held his arm out to mia to pull him up like he couldnt believe it and oh my god my heart

[@katie-allen]

I’ve been such a huge fan since A Very Potter Musical, so excited he made it here!! Love you Darren!! 💕💕💕

[@tarabregel2441]

me too

[@SabrinaMacielBrasil]

from starkid to here. What a ride, congratulations Darren, we love you ❤️

[@fortheloveofyaoi8860]

Darren please don't cry. When u cry I cry 😭😭😭 Sooo proud of him

[@michaels7900]

For the Love of Yaoi I don't what you're talking about, but he's not crying.

[@dyaneleblanc6447]

So proud of him. To all those who continue to say the guy from glee... please do research.. his own theater company in college, smash KZbin series Harry Potter the musical, glee, how to succeed in business and hedwig on broadway! Not to mention all the piano bars! He works hard and deserved this Emmy!

[@arshren]

Meeting Darren only a couple months ago and seeing him win this well deserved award just makes me want to cry my heart out. I’m so happy for him and can’t express how thankful I am that I had the opportunity to meet him and know him the beautifully amazing person he is.

[@Analblockage]

Good for him. He’s come a long way since a very potter musical.

[@mileacn]

aww ricky's reaction was so cute and mia is adorable AND I'M SO PROUD of himmm i've been a fan for a very long time he's like, the only actor i follow shit i'm emotional i can't even write okay bye

[@lalalapeachezzz]

Ricky Martin's joy is so genuine! UghI love it!

[@MattMensing]

Been a fan of this amazing nerd since A Very Potter Musical, so happy to see his amazing talent recognized

[@lunatickgeo]

One down, three to go. You’re going to be on that EGOT list, Darren, I just know it!

[@charlotted1321]

I'm still crying tbh. He's come so far. Onwards and upwards

[@climbinguphill]

Oh I am so so so so so proud. Been following you since Starkid and I am so happy for your success!!

[@kamieeyb]

darren is an amazing artist. emmy winner, golden globe winner. i'm hopeful that in a bright future he will be an oscar winner.

[@dcrazypersiancat]

OMG this is the BEST WIN EVER!!!! I AM SO HAPPY FOR DARREN CRISS!!!

[@booksflavia]

He deserves it. His performance was stunning, absolutely wonderful

[@oscarman42]

100% deserved.

[@jenna1372]

When he talked about Mia, I instantly cried.. Mia is so amazing, she has always been so suportive and strong since the chaotic Glee days

[@theamunra]

100% deserved! He was so good in that series, it's been a couple of months since we watched it and i still remember every second of his performance. Awesome!

[@SEH221]

I've been following Darren's work for nearly half of my life, which is a wild thing to say when i type it out. But it's true. And I am so beyond happy for him, and cannot wait to see what he does next.

[@greenblazer2]

Not only an immense talent but without question the best dressed gent in the room. Darren dares to be unique.

[@2008bruin2008]

Darren also deserves an Emmy for being absolutely out of this world beautiful. He's so good looking it's ridiculous.

[@jeffreyturner7678]

He was impeccable in this role...so HAPPY he won and richly deserved

[@viantzpradz4771]

He is so young!

[@ainaldikarim7291]

I'm so Happy Darren Won..Very Happy..

[@Fancy_PotHead]

*Completely* deserved, he was just fantastic in that series. That bar scene with Aimee Mann playing Drive was so touching. Even though he plays a murderer, he still manages to make you feel for him, lol.

[@madison7163]

When you think about it, Darren Criss is a true triple threat! He should definitely be in more films!

[@MissValentina125]

Aww, I'm so very proud and emotional for Darren!!

[@Daffietjuh00]

So insanely proud of Darren! He's done so many amazing things and this is just the beginning! Just you wait.

[@joline4279]

I`ve never been so proud, he really deserved it

[@judyosborne]

Way to go Darren!! You are amazing and your performance well deserved the Emmy!! Your speech was so heartfelt that it brought tears to my eyes.

[@SuperChivasLover]

Darren Criss so deserved that! Very nuanced performance!!

[@malloryatack4988]

I’m so proud of him!!!!!

[@addiatmeikokusuma8058]

This is really no brainer.. No other actor has a chance of winning in this category.. Really brilliant performance !!

[@starside7]

Well deserved Criss! Well deserved!

[@carmencabrera6248]

I teared up watching this. I have followed his career since the old youtube disney covers days and I feel extremely proud of all his accomplishments. Go Darren, you have a brilliant future ahead! Also, the way he thanks his family and Mia, he is truly a nice person, I'm still crying

[@annabella_prinx]

I haven't gotten to watch it yet, but let's be real... it's Darren Criss. I'm sure he did a terrific job. So proud of him! And to think the first time I saw him was on AVPM.

[@TheCrazymary74]

So so proud of Darren 🤗🍀❤

[@MC-ec4uz]

I’m so glad Darren Criss won!!!

[@accantuba]

I just finished binge-watching American Crime and I agree that he deserves this award. He's such an awesome actor in the series. He gave me goosebumps watching him. Might even have nightmares because of his performance... not a bad thing. He was really great on the show. Kudos to you, Darren!

[@actually_aida]

why am i watching this 2 years later and still bawling my eyes out?

[@jessicaang878]

Well-deserved win, Darren! You were convincingly good portraying Andrew Cunanan’s character in ACS: The Assassination of Gianni Versace where you were practically the whole story of the series. You were competing against other great actor nominees, but I knew from the very start that this category was yours to win. Congratulations on your first Emmy win!

[@joanns9262]

So well deserved, such a talented, nice guy

[@missja3184]

Congratulations, dear Darren Criss. Nicely spoken and so modest. Straight from his heart. I am so proud of him! I love him ❤

[@pretoriangraph6311]

lo maximo Darren Criss

[@pennya.5892]

I couldnt take my eyes away from him in every scene he played in "The Assassination..."

[@garrettq1977]

Congrats to Darren.. He earned it.

[@keikustar]

EXCUSE ME WHILE I SOB I CANT HANDLE THIS

[@kimiaheidari2951]

Congratulations... He really deserved it❤❤❤

[@tootsla1252]

I'm so glad he won! That was a blockbuster performance - he was fantastic.

[@lucia-fj6nc]

okay I absolutely love Benedict as Patrick Melrose, but he has so many awards already that I'M REALLY GLAD DARREN WON! He deserves it! 🖤

[@jelenapauljev9995]

beautiful and talented Darren

[@thisbrightlight4047]

DARRENNNN oh my gosh, I could not be prouder of him. We went from Starkid to an Emmy I’m crying 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@iannezious]

Darren is talented. He deserved it

[@amyrose5736]

He deserves it so much because he worked his butt off for this and went to college and did glee and he never gave up so this is amazing!!!💕

[@lilmisssunshine0425]

His portrayal of Andrew Cunanan was unbelievably outstanding. This was without a doubt Darren’s moment. 🙏🏼 I’m so glad he was recognized for this role... and I thought Ricky Martin’s reaction was the sweetest. ♥️

[@IvyPoit]

IT’S HARRY FREAKIN POTTER

[@arielletate602]

well deserved I have loved him since he first appeared on glee and have loved seeing him flourish as an actor ❤️❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍😍

[@mystikev]

Nobody was more than deserving than Darren on this night. He was nothing short of amazing throughout TAOGV. Incredible stuff.

[@KHUZAFARAUF]

had been a fan since Glee. He totally deserved it.

[@mockerfab4]

He was so captivating in that role. Well deserved win!

[@MaLulaSar]

We all know he worked his ass off to get here!!! I'm sooo happy and proud!!!! Darren was soooooo good at ACS that it was just about a matter of time for him to be recognized like this 💗👍

[@taurie55]

Way to go to Darren he totally deserved it.its cute how he mentiones Mia in his speech and both of them cries. Love how they love each other so much.

[@sharissafrazier5499]

He said "Go Blue!" I yelled "Go Blue" at the LM/DC concert I went to and he called it out. I'm going to just tell myself it is connected. He so deserved this!

[@irenecastro6386]

He was so awesome in this role

[@luisjose04]

Oh yasssssssss darren 😍🎉👏

[@deeortiz21]

Can’t get enough of this guy.

[@worldsbiggestholdthegirlfan]

I've been a fan of Darren since day 1! He totally deserves this.

[@sadiebaber7557]

i feel like his proud mother or something oh my gosh. seeing him throughout his career , i can't believe we're here now. he's done so amazingly well and it's so well deserved. also him and mia are so adorable together. i couldn't ask to be a fan of a better person, tbh

[@brianna7587]

Awww😋 he deserved it😭💕 omg he’s such an eloquent speaker

[@geofingram9680]

The future of this kid is so bright! He deserve to be a movie star.

[@rbishop95]

Love how happy his fellow actors are for him!

[@javajen19]

"Go Blue"....sigh...could I love you even more!

[@Es1am]

so proud of him ugh

[@weasleysweaters]

darren is totally awesome!!

[@PretentiousStuff]

his acting on American Crime Story is plain incredible

[@OneDirectionLawson]

I knew he was going to win! I’m so happy for him!

[@raquelourives8396]

YESSSSSSSS I LOVE YOU SO MUCH DARREN YOU DESERVE EVERY AWARD

[@julczkan]

Insanely proud. He's been working so hard in the industry for years, doing what he loves but not getting enough spotlight and now here it is. I hope he'll be appreciated more as he really deserves it. With love, Mama XXX

[@emmybm15]

This is ridiculous to me, I still can't believe it! I WATCHED GLEE BECAUSE OF HIM! (I'd never ever watched Glee before his first episode which considering how much of musical fan I am is in itself ridiculous, same with Arrowverse never seen them until he turned up! Alright saw the first episodes of LoT before) I was so proud of him when he got a role in Glee having been a StarKid fan since AVPS got uploaded so seeing him win an Emmy for a role he absolutely nailed (Like gosh Darren it's scary how good you were playing a serial killer) and The StarKid actors being so proud of him on Twitter ahhh YES DARREN GO BLUE!! 😁❤👏🎉

[@bdavis8397]

His performance was amazing.