Hannah Einbinder and Michael Urie Share the Spotlight at 2025 Critics Choice Awards

Hannah Einbinder and Michael Urie made the 2025 Critics Choice Awards even more memorable when they took the stage together to accept their awards for Best Supporting Actress and Actor in a Comedy Series. Instead of sticking to tradition, the duo leaned into the moment with humor, playfully talking over each other while delivering their speeches.

However, their lighthearted banter soon gave way to heartfelt messages on issues close to their hearts.

Urie, who won for his role in Shrinking, took a moment to thank his parents for their unconditional love and support, not just for him but also for his queer sister, whom he proudly acknowledged in the audience.

Einbinder, who stars as Ava in HBO’s Hacks, used her time on stage to highlight the climate crisis. She called out the fossil fuel industry, stating that oil giant Chevron had long known about the inefficiency of plastic recycling.

“They knew in the ’70s that plastic recycling was not efficient,” Einbinder stated. “Only nine percent of plastic is actually recycled, and even from that, it’s only recycled one time. The fossil fuel industry is to blame for the climate crisis, and they need to pay to clean up the mess they made.”

She ended with a powerful call to action: “I just want to encourage everyone to fight for each other. Planet Earth will be fine—it’s humanity that’s in trouble.”

The night marked a milestone for both actors. This was Einbinder’s first Critics Choice Award after a previous nomination in 2022. For Urie, it was both his first nomination and win, making the moment even more special.

With their mix of humor and passion, Einbinder and Urie turned their wins into a platform for meaningful conversations—proving that comedy and advocacy can go hand in hand.