Cedric the Entertainer kicks off 2021 Emmys with musical tribute to TV — and Biz Markie

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celebrated this year’s nominees — recognized across dozens of categories spanning comedy, drama, limited series and more — through song.

“I wanted to host the Emmys because it gives me a chance to thank TV for all that it’s meant to me,” Cedric said. Per tradition, the host also delivered a witty monologue riffing on the the evening’s esteemed guests.“It’s always great, looking around this room. That’s what I like about this award show. Everybody’s dressed up like regular rich folk. This ain’t like the Met Gala, where everybody’s overdoing it. … [‘Pose’ star] Billy Porter, you know he gon’ come with it. … I saw him on the red carpet one year — he was dressed like a White House chandelier.

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