Matthew Rhys’s Alma Mater Pays Tribute to ‘Loyal Pupil’ and Welsh Language Devotee
Actor, who made history at the Emmys, thanked the ‘great and the good people of Wales’ for nurturing his talent
TL;DR
- Matthew Rhys made history by winning two best lead Emmy awards in one night.
- He thanked the "great and good people of Wales" and highlighted the importance of his Welsh-speaking education.
- Rhys was inspired by Welsh film heroes Richard Burton and Anthony Hopkins.
- His former schools, Ysgol Melin Gruffydd and Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Glantaf, provided him with an excellent education and numerous drama opportunities.
- Fellow pupil Gethin Jones and headteacher Matthew Evans recalled Rhys's remarkable talent from a young age.
- Rhys remains in contact with his former school and is an ambassador for Into Film Cymru.
- He emphasized the role of Welsh cultural activities, like the Eisteddfod, in his career development.
- Rhys acknowledged that success involves luck and talent, recalling periods of unemployment that kept him humble.
- Despite his achievements, Rhys has a busy schedule with upcoming projects in the UK and off-Broadway.
- He playfully acknowledged the talent of fellow Welsh actor Michael Sheen.