Tramell Tillman becomes first Black actor to win supporting actor in a drama series Emmy Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY September 15, 2025 at 3:18 AM 1 History made! "Severance" star Tramell Tillman took home the award for best supporting actor in a drama series during the 77th Primetime Emmys on Sunday,...
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Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY September 15, 2025 at 3:18 AM
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History made!
"Severance" star Tramell Tillman took home the award for best supporting actor in a drama series during the 77th Primetime Emmys on Sunday, Sept. 14.
In doing so, he made history as the first Black actor to win the Emmy in that category. Tillman, who was nominated at the Emmys this year for the first time, paid tribute to his mother in an emotional acceptance speech.
"You remember what you want to remember," he said. "You make time for what you want to make time for. Do the work. Show up. And most importantly, for the love of God, don't embarrass me in public. My first acting coach was tough, y'all. But all great mothers are."
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'Severance' star shouts out his mom during Emmys speech
Pointing to his mom in the audience, Tillman added, "Momma, you were there for me when no one else was, and no one else would show up. Your love and kindness stays with me, and this is for you."
Tillman also thanked the Television Academy, closing, "I am full. I am humbled. I am honored. And as my mama would say, 'Woo! Look at God.'"
Tramell Tillman onstage during the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on Sept. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles, California.
Tillman stars as floor manager Mr. Milchick on the mysterious Apple TV+ sci-fi series "Severance," which looks set to have a big night at the Emmys. Shortly after his win, Tillman's costar Britt Lower, who plays Helly on the show, won the award for best lead actress in a drama series.
"I share this award with my heroic cast and crew, whose work catalyzes mine," she said.
Tramell Tillman is 'on cloud nine' after 'Severance' Emmy win
Speaking to reporters in the press room, Tillman said he was "on cloud nine" and "still processing" his historic Emmy win.
"I am fortunate to be in the company of such great actors that have gone before me, like Andre Braugher, Ossie Davis, Michael K. Williams, that have done beautiful work, and those that are still with us today, like Giancarlo Esposito and Jeffrey Wright," he said. "These men, I've been taken by their work for years, and I borrow from them. So I'm just honored to be in the class."
Tramell Tillman attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on Sept. 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
Tillman went on to reflect on the "importance of taking a chance on yourself," noting he was "told that I would never make it as an actor, that it's a career that leads to a dead end."
"I just took a chance and I've learned that there are no guarantees in life," he said. "But you continue to take a chance, and you continue to take a chance on yourself. See what happens."
Tillman also said his mother is "very proud," and "her support means everything to me," adding, "I'm fortunate to have a mother who is supportive and who is loving and who roots for me."
What's next for Tramell Tillman?
Mr. Milchick was a breakout role for Tillman, but the actor has lined up numerous high-profile acting gigs since "Severance" aired in 2022. He starred opposite Tom Cruise in this year's "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning" and is set to join the Marvel universe in next year's "Spider-Man: Brand New Day."
He's also set for a role in the Lena Dunham movie "Good Sex."
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