Davis was awarded best actress at the virtual celebration for her role in “How to Get Away with Murder.”

“I am truly grateful for the experience … to create a character that meant so much to so many people, but especially my people … because I am trying to the best of my ability to honor our community, our humanity and our beauty through this character … This has been the highlight of my life,” she said.

John Legend, Sterling K. Brown and “Pose” director Janet Mock were also honored.