Quinta Brunson Breaks Silence On Jimmy Kimmel’s Act During Emmy Speech

Quinta Brunson is clearing the air about her thoughts on Jimmy Kimmel’s Emmys’ saga.

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Brunson took home the award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series.

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However, during her acceptance speech, Kimmel got lost in a playing dead act.

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Despite Brunson being on stage, Kimmel refused to stand up even after she asked.

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As a result, fans bashed the comedian for trying to steal Brunson’s spotlight.

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The actress, in a press conference, defended Kimmel from angry fans.

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She declared she was unbothered by the bit.

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“I was happy it was Jimmy. He’s one of the comedy godfathers,” Brunson said about the show host.

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She, however, joked that she “might punch” Kimmel when she sees him.

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