‘Still Processing’: Mindy Kaling Reacts To Getting National Medal of Arts From Biden ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
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Indian-American actress-producer Mindy Kaling said that it was “almost too much to take in” being honoured with the National Medal of Arts by US President Joe Biden. Let’s see what else Mindy has to say about her achievement.
Kaling, who is best known for creating the romantic comedy series ‘The Mindy Project’, was presented with the award by the 80-year-old Commander in Chief (Joe Biden) on behalf of the National Endowment of the Arts at The White House on Tuesday, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
Mindy Kaling shared on Instagram alongside pictures from the special day: “A little while ago, I got a call from Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson that the National Endowment of the Arts and the office of the President wanted to give me the National Medal of Arts for my work in television and as an author. I’m still processing how to receive the news.”
Mindy Kaling added “Yesterday, I went with my family to receive the medal at the White House. To hear the President speak about my parents, their journey to the United States, my late mother’s dreams for me, and the power of comedy to make people understand each other was almost too much to take in. It didn’t feel real!”
Mindy Kaling said that she doesn’t feel worthy of such an accolade and vowed to spend the “rest of my life earning this medal.”
Mindy Kaling continued: “I mean, I was sitting next to GLADYS KNIGHT. I guess I just want to express my heartfelt gratitude to @potus, @neaarts and @kamalaharris. And to say I promise to spend the rest of my life earning this medal because I don’t feel like I’ve earned it yet.”
Mindy Kaling added: “I wish my mom could have been there, but what are you gonna do. Nothing is perfect, but yesterday was pretty close. I love everyone. Thanks @katelinden, Vinay Reddy and @picsschmicks for helping it all happen.”
