Angela Bassett, a renowned actress, achieved a significant milestone at the 2024 Creative Arts Emmys by securing her first Emmy Award for best narrator. This remarkable achievement was a result of her outstanding work on National Geographic’s “Queens,” a captivating documentary series. In her gracious acceptance speech, Bassett expressed her elation and extended gratitude to National Geographic, Wild Star Film, and the entire team, particularly acknowledging the all-female directors who contributed to the exceptional storytelling of the animal kingdom.
Despite initially declining the project due to a scheduled hiatus, Bassett’s interest was piqued when she received the compelling sizzle reel, leading her to commit wholeheartedly to the project. The seven-part series “Queens” delves into the fascinating world of animal matriarchies across the globe and is distinguished by its all-female production team, a factor that greatly appealed to Bassett.
Reflecting on her win in the press room, Bassett emphasized the collaborative nature of the accomplishment, acknowledging the unwavering support and collective effort of the team behind the documentary. She highlighted the significance of portraying the inspiring narratives of females in the wild kingdom with an all-female crew, an unprecedented feat in wildlife documentary filmmaking.
Bassett’s well-deserved Emmy win marked the culmination of her remarkable career, which has earned her a total of nine Emmy nominations, including a previous nomination in 2023 for her work on “Good Night Oppy.”
