Jean Smart attends the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards at L.A. LIVE on September 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
Jean Smart attends the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards at L.A. LIVE on September 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
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  • Jean Smart won an Emmy for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for her role in "Hacks."
  • She made history with the win, completing the trifecta of having an Emmy in the comedy lead, supporting and guest categories.
  • Betty White is the only other actress to win the trifecta.
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Actress Jean Smart made history by winning an Emmy for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for her leading role in "Hacks" on Sunday.

She is one of two people to now win an Emmy in the comedy lead, supporting and guest categories.

The other person to do so is actress Betty White, Gold Derby reports.

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