WATCH: A surprise proposal on stage at the Emmys has everyone delighted

That was unexpected!

Glenn Weiss and Jan Svendsen

by Anna Sky Hulton |
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Last night (17th September), one of the biggest nights in the TV industry took place, the Emmys held in Los Angeles, but whilst the popular shows such as Game of Thrones and The Crown took home the big awards, there was one HUGE surprise on stage.

It was during Glenn Weiss' acceptance speech for Outstanding Directing for Variety Special, when he took the opportunity to propose to his girlfriend who was sat in the audience.

Jan Svendsen and Glenn Weiss
Jan Svendsen and Glenn Weiss ©Jan Svendsen and Glenn Weiss © Shutterstock

On stage, Glenn, who has directed and produced a number of shows including the Academy Awards (Oscars), revealed in his acceptance speech how his award was 'bittersweet', as his mum had died just two weeks ago.

"Mum always believed in finding the sunshine in things and she adored my girlfriend Jan," Glenn explained, "Jan, you are the sunshine in my life. And mum was right, don't ever let go of your sunshine."

The award-winning director continued, "You wonder why I don't like to call you my girlfriend? Because I want to call you my wife."

After hearing this, the entire auditorium started screaming with excitement, as Jan was left speechless. Glenn's future wife then made her way onto the stage where he finished the proposal with his mum's engagement ring, which he joked, "To my sisters and brothers, I didn't swipe it, dad knows I have it OK?!"

Watch the emotional moment below:

Although not a huge amount is known about Glenn's new fiancée, Jan Svendsen, according to Vox she works in marketing on Broadway, and she and Glenn have worked together frequently on the Tony Awards - which recognise excellence in live Broadway theatre.

Take a look at all the winners from this year's Emmys:

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Emmys Winners 2018

Outstanding Comedy Series1 of 16
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Outstanding Comedy Series

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (WINNER)

Outstanding Drama Series2 of 16
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Outstanding Drama Series

Game of Thrones (WINNER)

Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie3 of 16
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Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Darren Criss, The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story (WINNER)

Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie4 of 16
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Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Regina King, Seven Seconds (WINNER)

Lead Actor in a Comedy Series5 of 16
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Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Bill Hader, Barry (WINNER)

Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series6 of 16
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Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series

Henry Winkler, Barry (WINNER)

Lead Actress in a Comedy Series7 of 16
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Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Rachel Brosnahan, The Marvelous Ms, Maisel (WINNER)

Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series8 of 16
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Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

Alex Borstein, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (WINNER)

Lead Actor in a Drama Series9 of 16
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Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Matthew Rhys, The Americans (WINNER)

Supporting Actor in a Drama Series10 of 16
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Supporting Actor in a Drama Series

Peter Dinklage, Game of Thrones (WINNER)

Lead Actress in a Drama Series11 of 16
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Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Claire Foy, The Crown (WINNER)

Supporting Actress in a Drama Series12 of 16
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Supporting Actress in a Drama Series

Thandie Newton, Westworld (WINNER)

Outstanding Reality Competition Series13 of 16
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Outstanding Reality Competition Series

RuPaul's Drag Race (WINNER)

Outstanding Variety Sketch Series14 of 16
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Outstanding Variety Sketch Series

Saturday Night Live (WINNER)

Outstanding Variety Talk Series15 of 16
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Outstanding Variety Talk Series

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (WINNER)

Outstanding Limited Series16 of 16
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Outstanding Limited Series

The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story (WINNER)

This year's big winner at the Emmys was Game of Thrones, which took home a massive nine awards last night. Taking to Twitter to celebrate they said, 'Bend the knee. #GameofThrones has won 9 #Emmys this year continuing its reign with more #Emmys than any other scripted series.'

See all of the winners from the Emmys here.

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