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Emmys 2020: Euphoria star Zendaya makes HISTORY with Lead Actress in Drama win; Delivers an inspiring speech

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Euphoria star Zendaya received the prestigious Lead Actress in a Drama Series award at the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards. The actress was nominated for the first time and become the youngest recipient of the award.

That's not all, Zendaya also became the second-ever Black woman to win the category, following Viola Davis in 2015 for How To Get Away With Murder.

Following her victory, the 24-year-old actress thanked her Euphoria cast, crew and creator Sam Levinson. "I appreciate you so much; you’re my family," she said, addressing the creator.

For the unversed, Euphoria is based on Levinson's own battle with drug addiction. "I’m so grateful for Rue. I’m so grateful that you trusted me with your story," she said.

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