Why Everyone Started Crying During Orphan Black's Comic-Con Panel

That was rough, you guys. Fans were walking away from Orphan Black's Comic-Con International: San Diego panel in tears. The hit BBC America sci-fi show, about a woman who discovers she is one of many clones, has unleashed a star in lead actress Tatiana Maslany. She recently took home her second Critics' Choice Award for best actress in a drama series. But her acting prowess in playing nine distinctive characters is only a small reason why such a rabid fandom has developed around the show. At this year's Comic-Con, it was the actress's humanity that was on full display. These tweets say it all.

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An audience member gave Tatiana an award for "best actress in the world."

The clone nesting dolls!

. . . Because she can do anything.

Even drive a golf cart to her own panel!

Even Tatiana's costars are in awe of her talent.

She does drama — AND comedy super well.

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But the most tear-jerking moment? This.

Here's exactly what went down.

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She even discussed the subject before the panel, with the press.

"Tatiana teared up talking about how proud she is to play a transman."

Naturally, people refused to stop clapping for her.

We love Tatiana because she has compassion — but she's also kinda twisted.

Stay tuned for MORE from San Diego Comic-Con!