Jake Gyllenhaal Surprises Young Emmy Nominee Owen Cooper Before Ceremony

Owen Cooper, the 15-year-old star of Netflix's Adolescence and the youngest-ever Emmy nominee in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series category, was surprised by his acting idol Jake Gyllenhaal ahead of the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards. Cooper, who had openly expressed his admiration for Gyllenhaal and his desire to meet him during appearances such as on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, was caught off guard when Gyllenhaal unexpectedly walked into an interview to greet him. Gyllenhaal presented Cooper with a small 'lucky duck' token, a gesture referencing his own Academy Award nomination for Brokeback Mountain, wishing Cooper good luck for the ceremony. The emotional meeting showcased Cooper's excitement and speechlessness at meeting his favorite actor, fulfilling his dream before the Emmy ceremony. If Cooper wins, he will become the youngest male winner of a Primetime Emmy in the event's history. Despite the big night, Cooper is set to return to school shortly after, balancing his rising stardom with academic commitments.