British heartthrob Idris Elba scripted history by bagging double wins at the 22nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
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Along with being the very first male to take home two SAG trophies in one night, the 43-year-old actor is the first black person to do so, reports E! Online.
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Elba accepted the award for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture for 'Beasts of No Nation' as well as the trophy for Best Male Actor in a Television Movie or Mini Series for 'Luther.'
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It is being said that his win comes during a very important time in Hollywood, following the controversy surrounding the all-white Oscars nominations.
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Many people felt Elba was snubbed for a nominee as Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture at this year's Academy Awards. Thus, his two SAG wins are definitely a huge accomplishment, giving him an appropriate nod of success.
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The 22nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were held on January 30 at the Los Angeles Shrine Auditorium, California.