Michaela Coel has become the first black woman to bag an Emmy award for Outstanding Writing for her HBO drama, I May Destroy You, Coel had many standings applauding her greatness. This is an
achievement that has many feeling all kinds of proud, and one that is sure to inspire many. Coel is a living legend, and her story has touched many lives.British actress, screenwriter, director, producer, and singer Michaela Coel has shocked the world. Turning down a million-dollar deal is not a decision many can make.
Michaela wrote, directed and starred in I May Destroy You, giving her full control over it. When offered a deal by Netflix back in 2017, Coel turned it down, according to a July 2020 profile with Vulture.
Coel thought about it and decided it was not worth the money. Giving up her story was not worth any amount of money, reported CNBC.
“I remember thinking, ‘I’ve been going down rabbit holes in my head, like people thinking I’m paranoid, I’m acting sketchy, I’m killing off all my agents.’ Then she said those words to me, and I finally realized — I’m not crazy. This is crazy.” Taking the leap to make sure her story stayed her own, paid off. Coel has been recognised for her bravery and she couldn’t be more thankful.
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