Candice Bergen Calls Out JD Vance at the Emmys

As actor Candice Bergen presented the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series at the Emmys on September 15, she couldn’t help but quip about when she played Murphy Brown in the sitcom named after her character during the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. Bergen’s character had a child out of wedlock during the series, and then-Vice President Dan Quayle admonished her and the show for the plotline.

‘Oh, how far we’ve come. Today a Republican candidate for vice president would *never* attack a woman for having kids, so, as they say, ‘My work here is done.’’

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[annfedorchak]

She has not lost her edge. Love her super dry humor

[csrb]

Love that she didn’t even say his name.

[faithsaidthat]

I LOVED Murphy Brown as a kid. You (Candice and Murphy) were and are my hero for your spirit, strength, and humor is the face of adversity.

[karenstrong]

She was never stupid. Brilliantly said.

[buenvendor]

Always LOVED her, now ADORE her. Well said beautifull Candice.

[ginaruby]

Murphy Brown! One of my favorite shows of all time!
Candace has amazing comedic talent!

[garrettreed]

That "Meow" was a mic drop moment! 😁

[mazzg]

Well Done! She said everything without saying it!

[roberthead]

Thank you so much for clearing up such an important

[suemorris]

Leave it to Candice. Love it. It’s really true. 🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙

[TJ-sf]

I was a single mother when Dan Quale made those statements. I loved Murphey Brown! Go Candice!

[youdidntseeanything]

That was so Awesome!! I remember when Murphy Brown made that choice. Living with a single mother, after my dad did what so many do and had up and left, I didn't get why it was a big deal.
Jon Stewart looked like he was just about to cry.
I honestly can't believe that there are people who support what Trump, Vance, and their ilk vomit out, but there really truly are.

[catherinerenee]

The idiocracy of these politicians is embarrassing. This why the good ol boy club needs to go.

[Jerry-okgj]

She ripped them without name calling!!! Briillant!!!😊

[NicoleAZ]

Jon Stewart’s reaction 😂 She delivered that like a boss. Candice Bergen is the Queen.

[robinaddis-vaughn]

Candice is so classy!! To all the youngsters who don't know the show she's referring to, it's "Murphy Brown" and it's brilliant!

[MrSoonerCal]

I nominate Candace Bergen for Best Speech in an awards show for 2024.

[CanadianRose]

Candace Bergen is AWESOME!! She looks great for 78! Way to own JD!

[katherinekaufman]

Candice Bergen hasn't lost a step!

[martymartinez]

Very Elegantly done Ms. Candice ❤❤❤❤❤❤