Sterling K. Brown is a well-versed actor who transcends genre. The Hulu original was graced with seven Emmy nominations in July 2026, including a nod to Brown for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series. Simpson," which led to his first Emmy win), Brown graduated from Stanford University with an acting degree in 1998. When Brown was invited back to his alma mater to deliver a commencement speech for the Class of 2018, he emphasized the importance of approaching fear as a motivator. Despite his initial reluctance to pursue acting, Brown trusted his instincts, and it paid off in the long run.