On this day, Bill Cosby made history as the first African American to win the Emmy Award for Best Actor in a Dramatic Series. He earned the honor for his groundbreaking role as Alexander Scott in the television series I Spy. This win marked a pivotal moment in television history, challenging racial barriers and opening the door for greater representation of Black actors in leading roles on primetime television.
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