Emmys 2020: Mark Ruffalo wins Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for 'I Know This Much Is True'
After 'Schitt's Creek' bagged 7 awards -- all of them in the comedy category -- it was time for HBO's 'I Know This Much is True' to be awarded. Mark Ruffalo won the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for his work in the drama miniseries with Jimmy Kimmel announcing the award. If anyone has watched the series, it is not even a debate that Ruffalo should take this award home. Sitting at home with this wife, who was more than happy for her husband, (like all of us in tears) Ruffalo's speech was undoubtedly touching. Talking about his work and thanking his team members, Ruffalo spoke of his characters that bring awareness to mental illness in a way that is more than commendable. 'The Avengers' star played the role of two brothers -- Dominick and Thomas Birdsey -- and his double role deserves more than one Emmy win for sure.
The series aired of HBO with 10 episodes that dove into the crux of mental illness, family troubles, and much more bringing a new, bitter and intense perspective to a story that everyone needs to hear. Needless to say, everyone would agree that Ruffalo's role as the Birdsey brothers is now what he will forever be known for.
For the category of the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie, the following were the nominations:
Jeremy Irons for 'Watchmen'
Hugh Jackman for 'Bad Education'
Paul Mescal for 'Normal People'
Jeremy Pope for 'Hollywood'
Mark Ruffalo for 'I Know This Much Is True'
There were many contenders for this award category, from Jackman for 'Bad Education' to Irons for 'Watchmen' and while those were deserving, we think it was great that an HBO series such as 'I Know This Much Is True' was recognized for the masterpiece that it is. Ruffalo's ability to play both characters, and have the audience invest in both echoed not only hours of practice but mounds of dedication. It was amazing to see that his work was rewarded, giving much hope that series that bring awareness to mental illness such as paranoid schizophrenic is something television needs to focus more on. Needless to say, we're all hoping for a Season 2 because the story of the Birdsey brothers is far from over.