Glover thanked the great algorithm that put all the writers of the FX show in the same place.
However, he gave special thanks toAtlantadirector Hiro Murai.
I just love everyone out here.
LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 17: Director Donald Glover accepts the Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series award for ‘Atlanta’ onstage during the 69th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 17, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Lester Cohen/WireImage).Lester Cohen/WireImage
Glover is also nominated tonight for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance onAtlanta.
Check out the list of tonights winnershere.
Black directors have won at the Emmy Awards previously, including Paris Barclay, but in the drama category.
