The TV icon took the Emmys stage with Quinta Brunson to school the audience in Showbiz 101.
The secret to longevity in Hollywood?
The wage gap, according to the incomparableMarla Gibbs.

Marla Gibbs and Quinta Brunson at the 2023 Emmys.Kevin Winter/Getty Images
“Your career has literally spanned decades,” Brunson says.
Gibbs quips, “Oh that’s easy, baby: the wage gap.
Black don’t crack, baby.
It’s never too late.”
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The dynamic duo thenpresented the award to Niecy Nash-Bettsfor her work in Ryan Murphy’sDahmer.
Other memorable credits include227and The Hughleys.
I love my mom, my dad, my sisters, my brothers, my entire family so much.
I love my husband.
I love my cast.
Thank you so much.