Actor Awards Open With ‘Abbott Elementary’ Sketch, Kristen Bell Singing & Tried-And-True “I’m An Actor” Bit

The Netflix-streaming Actor Awards opened with a pre-recorded scripted bit featuring the Abbott Elementary ensemble in character talking about the nominees of the night — from Sinners to The White Lotus.

First off, Lisa Ann Walter’s Melissa discussed The Pitt, where “the hot doctor fires the other hot doctor” for stealing substances from the hospital. In a continuation of the running gag on the ABC mockumentary, Sheryl Lee Ralph’s Barbara’s inability to keep celebrity names straight has her mistaking Jennifer Coolidge from The White Lotus for Jennifer Lawrence.

And what about that “Martin Supreme,” she adds, incorrectly referencing the Timothée Chalamet-starring Marty Supreme.

“Enough white movies, let’s talk Sinners,” Janelle James’ Ava prompts, leading Barbara to once again not realize that Michael B. Jordan doesn’t have a twin brother, and in fact, played opposite himself in the 16x Oscar-nominated drama.

Following the pre-taped bit,…