The Emmy Awards celebrated television’s finest programming Monday evening with Mariska Hargitay from “Law & Order: SVU” hosting the industry’s premier awards ceremony. HBO’s medical drama “The Pitt” dominated the field with 25 nominations, nearly doubling its previous year’s count of 13. The series, which claimed the outstanding drama award last year, earned multiple recognitions including nominations for lead actor Noah Wyle and seven supporting performers.
HBO’s comedy series “Hacks” emerged as a close contender with 24 nominations for its final season, setting a new record for comedies. The achievement surpassed the previous high of 23 nominations shared by “The Bear” and “The Studio.” Star Jean Smart could potentially secure her fifth Emmy for the show, which would give her eight total wins and tie her for the most Emmy awards ever won by an actress.
Apple TV+ made a strong showing with two new series earning significant recognition. “Widow’s Bay,” a horror comedy, garnered 19 nominations including outstanding comedy, while fellow newcomer “Pluribus” received 18 nominations. Netflix’s limited series “Beef” led its category with 16 nominations, featuring Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan as lead actor and actress contenders.
Originally reported by Variety →
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