Jonathan Bailey dedicates his Critics Choice Award to the LGBTQ+ community in emotional speech after kissing Fellow Travelers co-star Matt Bomer in celebration at his win

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Jonathan Bailey dedicated his Critics Choice Award ‘to every LGBTQ+ person living in a bigoted community which still surround us’ in his emotional acceptance speech.

The British star, 35, won the award for best supporting actor in a limited series for his role in Fellow Travelers, opposite Matt Bomer playing lovers who meet in the 1950s when homosexuality was outlawed.

He kissed Matt, 46, in a sweet moment when he heard his name called for the award as he was applauded by the crowds.

In his speech he said: ‘For many, it’s an education, but for us, it’s a vital truth. This series is a much-needed reminder that LGBTQ+ people have always existed, mostly hidden.’

‘They have always been fighting for an easier life for the generations that followed. So I thank those who came before me, who created a world where I can stand here today and win an award for telling their story.

Jonathan Bailey dedicated his Critics Choice Award ‘to every LGBTQ + person living in a bigoted community which still surround us’ in his emotional acceptance speech

He kissed his co-star Matt Bomer, 46, in a sweet moment when he heard his name called for the award as he was applauded by the crowds

‘The character I play, Tim, I’ll carry him forever. His love story with Hawk teaches us to tell the special people in our lives that we love them before it’s too late.’

He added: ‘So to my Fellow Travelers family, to all the people who lost their lives and loves in the ’80s and ’90s and to every LGBTQ+ person living in a bigoted community, which still surround us, this is for you.’

He said he shared the award with Matt and writer Ron Nyswaner who ‘created the most beautiful, bruising important series’.

He also sent love to his 93-year-old grandmother ‘who took me to the theatre when I was five and gave me a vocation’.

‘I’m bringing this trophy back to you and a cup of tea on Tuesday,’ he added.

While onstage Jonathan also alluded to the sex scenes that he and Matt starred in, making a cheeky joke.

‘Anyone who has watched Fellow Travelers, you will know that Matt and I come together,’ he quipped as the audience laughed.

He also joked that his grandma ‘watched Fellow Travelers to the climax.’

In his speech he said: ‘For many, it’s an education, but for us, it’s a vital truth. This series is a much-needed reminder that LGBTQ+ people have always existed, mostly hidden’

The British star, 35, won the award for best supporting actor in a limited series for his role in Fellow Travelers, opposite Matt playing lovers who meet in the 1950s when homosexuality was outlawed

He added: ‘So to my Fellow Travelers family, to all the people who lost their lives and loves in the ’80s and ’90s and to every LGBTQ+ person living in a bigoted community, which still surround us, this is for you’

They shared a sweet moment together with a kiss after Jonathan’s name was called for winning the award

The 29th Critics’ Choice Awards took place at the Barker Hangar at the Santa Monica Airport in Santa Monica, California on Sunday.

They honor the finest achievements in both filmmaking and television programming over the year of 2023.

Comedian Chelsea Handler served as host for the vent which was broadcast live on The CW on Sunday.

Barbie won the top honor when comes to comedy films, winning Best Comedy, with Margot and director Greta Gerwig accepting the award.

Host Chelsea Handler demanded an on-air moment for Barbie, much to the delight of Margot and Greta.

The comedian did not stand for the film not being recognized during the televised portion of the program, going rogue after a return from break at the event.

The host announced: ‘Earlier tonight Barbie was awarded best comedy. I’ll go rogue because Greta and Margot deserve to make a speech. Would you mind coming up and accepting the award for Best Comedy.’

Margot, 33, and 40-year-old filmmaker Greta quickly got up and walked up to the stage to accept the crowning achievement with impromptu speeches at the event which honors the finest achievements in both filmmaking and television programming over the year of 2023.

The Wolf Of Wall Street actress said: ‘Thank you. Thank you, Chelsea. We love you so much. You know, when everyone is like oh, this is so unexpected. This is actually unexpected and not apart of the show. We are very grateful and I’d like Greta to talk.’

The Holdovers Paul Giamatti landed a shock win over Oppenheimer’s Cillian Murphy in the Best Actor category.

Emma Stone earned Best Actress for Poor Things as Bella Baxter/Victoria Blessington.

She recognized each of her competitors individually during the beginning of her acceptance speech as she said: ‘Um, I’ll be honest. I’m in full blown I didn’t have anything that I was going to say because this is completely crazy. This category is ridiculous. Lily, I mean, come on. Margot. What in the Carey. Okay. Greta and Sandra Huller. This doesn’t make any sense.’

Oppenheimer earned the top honor Best Picture, as well as Best Director for Christopher Nolan, Best Supporting Actor for Robert Downey Jr. and Best Ensemble.

He also sent love to his 93-year-old grandmother ‘who took me to the theatre when I was five and gave me a vocation’

Jonathan and Matt both looked dapper as they posed on the red carpet together ahead of the ceremony

Kieran Culkin of Succession won Best Actor in a Drama Series, and his co-star Sarah Snook earned Best Actress.

The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White won Best Actor in a Comedy Series and co-star Ayo Edebiri won Best Actress.

Da’Vine Joy Randolph kept her winning ways after the the 37-year-old actress earned Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Holdovers – after winning in a similar category at last week’s Golden Globe Awards.

Beef dominated the limited series and movie categories as two of the main stars – Ali Wong and Steven Yeun – were recognized for their work in the lead actress and actor categories respectively.