Los Angeles, Sep 16, 2024 (Yes Punjab News)
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards returned this year after a brief delay due to the SAG-AFTRA strikes that postponed last year’s edition. While the 75th Primetime Emmys were delayed, the 76th edition took place on schedule, showcasing some of the best talent in television today. The night was filled with big wins, surprising upsets, and nostalgic reunions that made the ceremony unforgettable.
The Bear Dominates the Comedy Categories
One of the standout shows of the night was The Bear, which continued its award-winning streak. Jeremy Allen White and Ebon Moss-Bachrach both secured wins for lead actor and supporting actor in a comedy, respectively. Adding to the show’s success, co-star Colon-Zayas took home her first Emmy in the supporting actress category.
Despite these wins, the biggest shock of the night came when HBO’s Hacks claimed the award for Outstanding Comedy, beating out The Bear, which had been widely regarded as the frontrunner for the top prize. The star of Hacks, Jean Smart, also won the award for lead actress in a comedy, reaffirming her dominance in the comedy genre.
The Bear Breaks Records at the 76th Emmys
While The Bear didn’t take home the award for Outstanding Comedy, it did make history by breaking its own record from last year. The show won 11 Emmys, surpassing its previous record of 10 comedy wins for a single season. Among the wins was the prestigious Best Directing award for Christopher Storer.
Shogun Wins Big in Drama Categories
In the drama category, the sweeping epic Shogun, starring Japanese cinema legend Hiroyuki Sanada, was the big winner. The show claimed the title of Outstanding Drama and saw Hiroyuki Sanada win lead actor, while Anna Sawai won lead actress. The series also earned the Best Directing Emmy for Frederick E.O. Toye.
With its wins at the Creative Arts Emmys, Shogun broke the record for most Emmy wins by a show in a single season, collecting a total of 14 awards.
Netflix’s Baby Reindeer Takes Home Limited Series Honors
Netflix’s viral hit, Baby Reindeer, captured the Outstanding Limited Series or Anthology award, with creator Richard Gadd winning both lead actor and writing trophies. His co-star Jessica Gunning, who portrayed his stalker Martha, also took home the award for supporting actress. This gripping series left a lasting impression on audiences and voters alike.
Jodie Foster Wins Her First Emmy
Another notable win came from Jodie Foster, who earned the first Emmy of her career for her standout role in HBO’s True Detective: Night Country. Foster’s performance in the gritty crime drama was widely praised, and her win marked one of the evening’s most memorable moments.
Reunions and Nostalgia at the Primetime Emmys
The Emmy telecast also featured several heartwarming TV reunions. Fans were delighted when The West Wing cast, including Martin Sheen, Dule Hill, Janel Moloney, Richard Schiff, and Allison Janney, reunited to celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary. The nostalgic moments didn’t end there, as stars from Saturday Night Live, including Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Seth Meyers, and Bowen Yang, came together to honor the show’s 50th season. They took the opportunity to humorously roast Lorne Michaels for his 85 Emmy losses.
Additionally, Henry Winkler and Ron Howard from the classic series Happy Days appeared onstage to commemorate the show’s 50th anniversary, adding a touch of nostalgia to the evening.
A Night of Surprises and Record-Breaking Wins
The 76th Primetime Emmys was filled with record-breaking wins, surprising upsets, and emotional reunions. Shows like The Bear, Shogun, and Baby Reindeer took home top honors, while iconic actors like Jodie Foster celebrated career milestones. The event celebrated not only the achievements of this year but also reflected on the legacy of some of television’s greatest shows. As the Emmys continue to evolve, this year’s ceremony demonstrated that the landscape of television is as dynamic as ever.
BEST COMEDY SERIES
Abbott Elementary
The Bear
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Hacks – WINNER
Only Murders in the Building
Palm Royale
Reservation Dogs
What We Do in the Shadows
BEST DRAMA SERIES
The Crown
Fallout
The Gilded Age
The Morning Show
Mr & Mrs Smith
Shōgun – WINNER
Slow Horses
3 Body Problem
LEAD ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
Jennifer Aniston – The Morning Show
Carrie Coon – The Gilded Age
Maya Erskine – Mr & Mrs Smith
Anna Sawai – Shōgun – WINNER
Imelda Staunton – The Crown
Reese Witherspoon – The Morning Show
LEAD ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Idris Elba – Hijack
Donald Glover – Mr & Mrs Smith
Walton Goggins – Fallout
Gary Oldman – Slow Horses
Hiroyuki Sanada – Shōgun – WINNER
Dominic West – The Crown
BEST LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES
Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Fargo
Lessons in Chemistry
Ripley
True Detective: Night Country
LEAD ACTRESS IN A LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES
Jodie Foster – True Detective: Night Country – WINNER
Brie Larson – Lessons in Chemistry
Juno Temple – Fargo
Sofia Vergara – Griselda
Naomi Watts – Feud: Capote vs The Swans
LEAD ACTOR IN A LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES
Matt Bomer – Fellow Travelers
Jon Hamm – Fargo
Tom Hollander – Feud: Capote vs The Swans
Richard Gadd – Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Andrew Scott – Ripley
DIRECTING FOR A DRAMA SERIES
Stephen Daldry – The Crown
Mimi Leder – The Morning Show
Hiro Murai – Mr & Mrs Smith
Frederick EO Toye – Shōgun – WINNER
Saul Metzstein – Slow Horses
Salli Richardson-Whitfield – Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
DIRECTING FOR A COMEDY SERIES
Randall Einhorn – Abbott Elementary
Christopher Storer – The Bear – WINNER
Ramy Youssef – The Bear
Guy Ritchie – The Gentlemen
Lucia Aniello – Hacks
Mary Lou Belli – The Ms Pat Show
WRITING FOR A LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SRIES
Richard Gadd – Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Charlie Brooker – Black Mirror
Noah Hawley – Fargo
Ron Nyswaner – Fellow Travelers
Steven Zaillian – Ripley
Issa López – True Detective: Night Country
WRITING FOR A DRAMA SERIES
Peter Morgan and Meriel Sheibani-Clare – The Crown
Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner – Fallout
Francesca Sloane and Donald Glover – Mr & Mrs Smith
Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks – Shōgun
Rachel Kondo and Caillin Puente – Shōgun
Will Smith – Slow Horses – WINNER
SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES
Jonathan Bailey – Fellow Travelers
Robert Downey Jr – The Sympathizer
Tom Goodman-Hill – Baby Reindeer
John Hawkes – True Detective: Night Country
Lamorne Morris – Fargo – WINNER
Lewis Pullman – Lessons In Chemistry
Treat Williams – Feud: Capote vs The Swans
TALK SERIES
The Daily Show – WINNER
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Late Night With Seth Meyers
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
WRITING FOR A COMEDY SERIES
Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary
Christopher Storer – The Bear
Meredith Scardino and Sam Means – Girls5eva
Lucia Aniello, Paul W Downs and Jen Statsky – Hacks – WINNER
Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider – The Other Two
Jake Bender and Zach Dunn – What We Do in the Shadows
DIRECTING FOR A LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES
Weronika Tofilska – Baby Reindeer
Noah Hawley – Fargo
Gus Van Sant – Feud: Capote vs The Swans
Millicent Shelton – Lessons in Chemistry
Steven Zaillian – Ripley – WINNER
Issa López – True Detective: Night Country
SCRIPTED VARIETY SERIES
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver – WINNER
Saturday Night Live
SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES
Dakota Fanning – Ripley
Lily Gladstone – Under The Bridge
Jessica Gunning – Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Aja Naomi King – Lessons In Chemistry
Diane Lane – Feud: Capote vs The Swans
Nava Mau – Baby Reindeer
Kali Reis – True Detective: Night Country
OUTSTANDING REALITY COMPETITION PROGRAM
The Amazing Race
RuPaul’s Drag Race
Top Chef
The Traitors – WINNER
The Voice
LEAD ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES
Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary
Ayo Edebiri – The Bear
Selena Gomez – Only Murders in the Building
Maya Rudolph – Loot
Jean Smart – Hacks – WINNER
Kristen Wiig – Palm Royale
Christine Baranski – The Gilded Age
Nicole Beharie – The Morning Show
Elizabeth Debicki – The Crown – WINNER
Greta Lee – The Morning Show
Lesley Manville – The Crown
Karen Pittman – The Morning Show
Holland Taylor – The Morning Show
SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES
Carol Burnett – Palm Royale
Liza Colón-Zayas – The Bear – WINNER
Hannah Einbinder – Hacks
Janelle James – Abbott Elementary
Sheryl Lee Ralph – Abbott Elementary
Meryl Streep – Only Murders in the Building
LEAD ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Matt Berry – What We Do in the Shadows
Larry David – Curb Your Enthusiasm
Steve Martin – Only Murders in the Building
Martin Short – Only Murders in the Building
Jeremy Allen White – The Bear – WINNER
D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai – Reservation Dogs
SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Tadanobu Asano – Shōgun
Jon Hamm – The Morning Show
Mark Duplass – The Morning Show
Billy Crudup – The Morning Show – WINNER
Takehiro Hira – Shōgun
Jack Lowden – Slow Horses
Jonathan Pryce – The Crown
SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Lionel Boyce – The Bear
Paul W Downs – Hacks
Ebon Moss-Bachrach – The Bear – WINNER
Paul Rudd – Only Murders in the Building
Tyler James Williams – Abbott Elementary
Bowen Yang – Saturday Night Live
