John Oliver’s “Last Week Tonight” won the Emmy for Outstanding Scripted Variety Series, and his acceptance speech was definitely one to remember. 

As he was being played off stage—a cue for winners to wrap up their speeches due to time constraints—Oliver was paying tribute to his family’s recently deceased dog.

The orchestral music playing in the background added a sentimental touch to his tribute, and Oliver even remarked that it was a “perfect choice of music.”

As the music swelled, urging him to conclude, Oliver jokingly shouted an expletive to the Emmys and then ended his speech with a heartfelt message that was intended for not just his dog, but for all dogs out there.

“All dogs, you are very good girls and very good boys. You all deserve a treat. Play me off now! Thanks so much.”

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