'Not cute at all': Internet unimpressed by Anthony Anderson's mom interrupting Emmy winners' speeches

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The internet's reaction to Anthony Anderson's mom, Doris Bowman, interrupting Emmy winners has been a mix of opinions, with some finding it amusing and others remaining unimpressed.

Anderson, the host of the 75th Annual Emmy Awards, enlisted his mother's help to manage winners who exceeded their allotted time during acceptance speeches. Doris held up a sign signaling that their time was up and even shouted at them to wrap it up.

Anthony Anderson's 'Emmys playoff mama' introduction sets the stage for controversial interruptions

In his opening monologue, Anderson humorously introduced his mom as the "Emmys Playoff mama" and warned attendees to be respectful, emphasizing her West Side Chicago roots and her ability to "throw hands."

"Tonight, my mama, she is going to be the Emmys 'Playoff mama.' When you see my mama coming, just thank Jesus and your family and wrap it up, And I don't want nobody to get disrespectful with my mama, because my mama is from the west side of Chicago and she can throw hands."

While the comedic element initially resonated with the audience, it didn't sit well with everyone as Doris interrupted winners like Jennifer Coolidge and Jeremy Allen White.

Coolidge, accepting her second Emmy for her role in 'The White Lotus,' and White, winning for 'The Bear,' were urged to wrap up their speeches, leading to mixed reactions on social media.

Some viewers appreciated Doris' comic relief, with John Oliver even encouraging her interruption by playfully engaging in a banter about soccer players to conclude his speech.

Doris made another appearance during a commercial break, reiterating the importance of short and sweet speeches.

However, as the show progressed, it became apparent that she may have sensed the audience's lukewarm reception, choosing to step back from the bit.

Doris Bowman's interruptions divide the internet

While some viewers found Doris Bowman's interruptions entertaining, others felt it detracted from the solemnity of the Emmy acceptance speeches.

The varying opinions on social media highlight the challenge of incorporating comedic elements into prestigious award ceremonies, with some praising the light-hearted approach and others advocating for a more traditional and focused event.

In the end, the interruption saga added an unexpected layer to the 75th Annual Emmy Awards, sparking lively debates among viewers about the appropriate balance between humor and reverence in such high-profile events

Mixed social media sentiments

The social media sphere has become a battleground of opinions following Anthony Anderson's decision to enlist his mom, Doris Bowman, as the enforcer of time limits during acceptance speeches at the 75th Annual Emmy Awards

One user wrote, "This bit with Anthony Anderson's mom cutting people's speeches off is not cute at all #Emmys".

Another added, "If Anthony Anderson’s Mom started interrupting my acceptance speech I’d be like, “lady, I’d be more concerned about your son’s allegations than this bit” #Emmys2024."

"Anthony Anderson’s Mom cutting off Jennifer Coolidge during her acceptance speech was the most cringe thing I’ve seen in a while. #Emmys2024," replied one.

Another added, "Okay I don’t love Anthony Anderson’s mom booting people off stage."