Quinta Brunson Could Make Emmy History With 'Abbott Elementary'

PHILADELPHIA — ABC's "Abbott Elementary" is a true comedy hit and has shone a spotlight on the bright and dark side of Philadelphia's elementary schools.

And the creator, a Philadelphia native, could make history this weekend.

Quinta Brunson, 32, is nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards for her roles on the hit program.

The Philly born and bred writer, producer, actor, and comedian is the first Black woman to be nominated three times in the comedy category.

She's up for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Comedy Series (as an executive producer), and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.

If she wins Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, she will be the second Black woman to do so, 40 years after the first winner - Isabel Sanford - who won in 1981 for the "Jeffersons."

Additionally, she would be the first black woman to win for a show she co-created and co-wrote.

"Abbott Elementary" is a mockumentary-style comedy that centers on teachers at the titular fictional South Philadelphia elementary school.

Brunson stars as overly optimistic teacher Janine Teagues in addition to writing and producing the show.

Its first season was met with critical praise, and its second season will air Sept. 21 on ABC.

Brunson was named to Time's 100 most influential people list for "Abbott Elementary."

The 74th Primetime Emmy Awards will air at 8 p.m. Sunday on NBC.