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Matthew Rhys

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On September 15, Matthew Rhys made Emmy history, becoming the first actor to win two lead Emmys in one night and the first man to complete the lead acting trifecta across Comedy, Drama, and Limited Series. His alma mater and Apple TV are leveraging his wins. Watch for continued Welsh-language advocacy from Rhys.

Matthew Rhys

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Matthew Rhys Makes History at LA's Blue-Carpet Emmys

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