Cedric the Entertainer opened the 2021 Emmys by leading the audience in a cover of Biz Markie’s “Just a Friend'
The comic shared that he wanted to host the show for a personal reason. “It gives me a chance to thank TV for all it has meant to me.” He said that his favorite TV memory is sitting with his grandmother, watching shows together.
“It’s the Emmys people!” said the 57-year-old comic, whose real name is Cedric Kyles, before introducing Reggie Watts who was DJ for the evening. In his host monologue, which occurred after a few awards had been announced, Cedric the Entertainer declared, “It feels good, we’re all vaxxed.” Noting how everyone looked great, he said: “Lock the doors, we’re not leaving 'til we find a new host for“It’s a celebration here tonight,” he continued. “What I like about this awards show is everyone is dressed like regular rich folks.” He later quipped, “Billy Porter, y’all know he’s gonna come with it.
Striking a serious note, Cedric the Entertainer said: “This is a big job, it comes with a lot of pressure, being Black, hosting a job like this.” He noted that a lot of Black people are nominated, going on to shout out Anthony Anderson, in particular.is, it pales in comparison to the real monarchy,” he joked.and has appeared in numerous films from
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