Andy Samberg used his opening monologue at Sunday's Emmys to pointedly -- and repeatedly -- remark on Hollywood's persistent sexism and racism.
"The big story this year, of course, is diversity. This is the most diverse group of nominees in Emmy history, so congratulations Hollywood. You did it. Yeah, racism is over. Don't fact check that," the "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" star quipped.
It was Samberg's first time hosting a major TV event, and he didn't disappoint. The "SNL" alum noted in a musical number that he was qualified to host the show because he has "watched every damn show ... and I'm white."
Samberg specifically called out both the gender and wage gaps, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump -- "Well, I've gotta say, sure, Donald Trump seems racist ... what else?" -- and a number of other, uh, controversial men.
"Between Bill Cosby, Jared Fogle and Robert Durst...not a good year for dudes who love hoagies." -Andy Samberg #Emmys
— USA TODAY Life (@usatodaylife) September 21, 2015
Jokes making fun of the tired trope of women not being funny? Also, check.
"I gotta say, @amyschumer is really, really funny. You know, for a PERSON." -Andy Samberg, hitting all the right notes. #Emmys
— USA TODAY Life (@usatodaylife) September 21, 2015
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