Metcomusic: speech

Michael B. Jordan's acceptance speech (0:51) for the Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role Award for his role in Sinners expresses his humility and gratitude.

Key points from his speech include:

Honored by peers (1:14-1:26): He expresses deep honor to be nominated alongside actors whose work he admires and who have made him feel seen and welcomed in the industry.

Childhood dream (1:40-2:15): Jordan reflects on his childhood dream of joining SAG-AFTRA, recalling the process of earning vouchers and his aspiration to be part of the esteemed "club" of actors.

Tribute to his mother (2:35-2:46): He thanks his mother for her unwavering support, specifically mentioning her efforts in driving him to auditions in New York when they struggled with money for gas and tolls.

Gratitude to collaborators (2:49-3:18): He extends his thanks to Ryan Coogler for providing a safe and fearless creative space, and to the entire cast and crew of Sinners for their talent, time, and vulnerability.

Feeling of love and support (3:21-3:32): Jordan concludes by acknowledging the love and support he feels from everyone in the room, many of whom have watched him grow up in the industry.

The video captures the acceptance speech for the "Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture" award at the 32nd Annual Actor Awards, presented by SAG-AFTRA, for their work in the film Sinners.

The speaker, representing the cast, expresses profound gratitude (1:35). He acknowledges the project's "anointed" nature (2:08) and praises Ryan Coogler's genius (2:29). He specifically thanks Suzanne Fritz (2:59) for her unwavering faith and belief from the project's inception (3:17). The speech emphasizes the dedication of everyone involved, both in front of and behind the camera (3:50), highlighting that they brought their "hearts" and "souls" to the endeavor (4:12). He concludes by reiterating the immense gratitude of the cast (4:55).