In a remarkable achievement for young talent, actor Owen Cooper has secured the Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television award at the prestigious 31st Critics Choice Awards. The 16-year-old star was honoured for his powerful performance in the Netflix series 'Adolescence'.
An Emotional Victory Speech
Taking the stage to accept the award, Owen Cooper reflected on a transformative year. He expressed deep gratitude towards the show's creators and his family for their unwavering support during what he described as a "complete whirlwind."
"It's changed our lives forever, and we're forever grateful," the young actor stated. He went on to thank the directors, producers, cast, and crew for taking him on an "emotional journey" he never thought possible. Cooper acknowledged the challenges of the role, highlighting how the team believed in him, pushed him through difficult moments, and showed immense patience. "Some of those moments were really, really tough, and I couldn't have done it without you," he added, concluding that receiving the award meant more to him than words could express.
Historic Achievements for a Rising Star
This Critics Choice Award adds another significant milestone to Owen Cooper's rapidly growing career. The win follows his historic triumph at the Emmy Awards last year, where he became the youngest male actor ever to win an acting award. His portrayal in 'Adolescence' continues to earn critical acclaim and audience admiration.
About the Hit Series 'Adolescence'
The award-winning series 'Adolescence' is a four-episode Netflix drama where Owen Cooper plays Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old schoolboy arrested in connection with a murder. The narrative uniquely focuses not on the crime itself, but on the circumstances that led Jamie down that path.
The show features a stellar supporting cast including Stephen Graham as Jamie's father, Christine Tremarco as his mother, and Amelie Pease as his sister. According to industry tracker Deadline, the series was a massive viewership success, amassing over 141 million views within its first three months on the platform. This made it Netflix's second most-watched series during that period, trailing only the mega-hit 'Wednesday'.
Owen Cooper's Critics Choice Award victory solidifies his status as one of the most promising young actors of his generation and underscores the global impact of the thought-provoking series 'Adolescence'.
