Jodie Foster celebrated a major milestone in her career at the 2024 Emmy Awards by winning her first-ever Emmy. She won the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her role in True Detective.

Foster was competing against notable actresses including Brie Larson, Juno Temple, Sofía Vergara, and Naomi Watts. This Emmy win added another prestigious accolade to her already impressive acting career.

During her acceptance speech, Foster took a moment to express her deep gratitude to her wife, Alexandra Hedison, and her two sons, Kit and Charles Bernard Foster, whom she shares with her ex-partner, Cydney Bernard.

Foster and Hedison have been married for ten years, and the actress credited her family for their unwavering support throughout her life and career. She also highlighted the love and support that have helped shape her success.

Foster began her speech by paying tribute to the Iñupiat and Inuit people of northern Alaska, referencing her experience listening to their stories during the making of True Detective.

She emphasized the profound sense of connection and love she felt from their stories, calling it a blessing that transcends time and place. This sentiment set the tone for her speech, reflecting Foster’s respect for storytelling and the human experience.

In her message to her sons, Foster encouraged them to remember the connection between love, work, and art. She shared a heartfelt reminder that the combination of these elements is what truly creates meaningful art. Foster’s words underscored her belief in the importance of love and dedication in both personal and professional life, a theme she connected to her own journey.

Foster concluded her speech by honoring her wife, Alexandra Hedison, referring to her as the love of her life. Hedison, who was present in the audience, smiled warmly at the tribute. Earlier that evening, the couple had appeared on the red carpet, with Foster in a navy gown and Hedison in a striking one-shoulder black and crimson dress. Their appearance and Foster’s heartfelt words showcased their strong, enduring relationship.