Key Highlights of the 77th Emmy Awards Nominations
The Television Academy has officially revealed the list of nominations for the upcoming 77th Emmy Awards, which will be broadcast live on September 14. The announcement has sparked widespread excitement among fans and industry professionals alike, as it highlights some of the most anticipated shows and performances of the year.
Top Contenders in the Nominations
Ben Stiller’s ‘Severance’ has emerged as the standout series with an impressive total of 27 nominations across various categories. This is followed closely by HBO Max’s ‘The Penguin’ with 24 nods, and ‘The Studio’ with a similar number of recognitions. Another notable entry is Netflix’s mini-series ‘The Adolescence,’ which received 13 nominations, matching the count of popular series such as ‘The Bear’ and ‘The Pitt.’
Notable Performances and Categories
Several actors have been recognized for their exceptional work in drama series. Pedro Pascal, Sterling K. Brown, Gary Oldman, Adam Scott, and Noah Wyle are among the nominees for Best Actor in a Drama Series for their roles in ‘The Last of Us,’ ‘Paradise,’ ‘Slow Horses,’ ‘Severance,’ and ‘The Pitt,’ respectively.
In the lead actress category, Kathy Bates made history by becoming the oldest woman nominated in the lead drama actress category at the age of 77 for her role in ‘Matlock.’ Other nominees include Sharon Horgan for ‘Bad Sisters,’ Britt Lower for ‘Severance,’ Bella Ramsey for ‘The Last of Us,’ and Keri Russell for ‘The Diplomat.’
Drama Series Nominations
The following series have been nominated in the Drama Series category:
- Andor
- The Diplomat
- The Last of Us
- Paradise
- The Pitt
- Severance
- Slow Horses
- The White Lotus
Comedy Series Nominations
Comedy series also saw a strong showing, with the following titles receiving recognition:
- Abbott Elementary
- The Bear
- Hacks
- Nobody Wants This
- Only Murders in the Building
- Shrinking
- The Studio
- What We Do in the Shadows
Lead Actors and Actresses in Comedy Series
The lead actor in a comedy series category includes:
- Adam Brody for ‘Nobody Wants This’
- Seth Rogen for ‘The Studio’
- Jason Segel for ‘Shrinking’
- Martin Short for ‘Only Murders in the Building’
- Jeremy Allen White for ‘The Bear’
The lead actress in a comedy series category features:
- Uzo Aduba for ‘The Residence’
- Kristen Bell for ‘Nobody Wants This’
- Quinta Brunson for ‘Abbott Elementary’
- Ayo Edebiri for ‘The Bear’
- Jean Smart for ‘Hacks’
Limited or Anthology Series Nominations
Several limited or anthology series have also been recognized, including:
- Adolescence
- Black Mirror
- Dying for Sex
- Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
- The Penguin
Talk and Reality Shows
Talk series that have been nominated include:
- “The Daily Show”
- “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
- “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert”
Reality competition programs that made the list are:
- “The Amazing Race”
- “RuPaul’s Drag Race”
- “Survivor”
- “Top Chef”
- “The Traitors”
Supporting Roles and Other Categories
Supporting actors and actresses in drama series have also been recognized, with notable names such as Zach Cherry, Walton Goggins, and Patricia Arquette among the nominees. Similarly, supporting roles in comedy series feature Ike Barinholtz, Colman Domingo, and Liza Colon-Zayas.
In the limited series category, Javier Bardem and Erin Doherty have been acknowledged for their performances, alongside other talented actors and actresses.
Host of the 77th Emmy Awards
Comedian Nate Bargatze has been chosen to host the 77th Emmy Awards, adding a fresh and entertaining perspective to the event.
