Courtney B. Vance took home the award for guest actor in a drama series at the Creative Arts Emmys on Sunday night, recognizing his role as George Freeman on HBO’s hit horror drama series Lovecraft Country.
However, the honor was a bittersweet moment for Vance, who is still reeling from the sudden death of co-star Michael K. Williams last Monday.
He and Williams played brothers with painful and sordid pasts on Lovecraft Country, each garnering critical acclaim and award nominations for their powerful performances.
While appearing before press backstage shortly after his big win, and expressed an overwhelming sadness over his co-star’s passing. “I love him,” he said before fondly remembering meeting Williams after a long period of mutual
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