Under the dazzle of the stage lights at the Peacock Theater, history was made and honored at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, an event that closed the chapter on a year marked by Hollywood’s dramatic transformations. Amidst actor and writer strikes, a pivot to streaming dominance, and the crumbling of the traditional television schedule, this year’s Emmy winners found their names forever engraved on the trophies during a live Fox broadcast, hosted by Anthony Anderson on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, despite the fact these victories represented work from months, if not years, prior.
HBO proved to be the titan of nominations with outstanding series like “Succession,” “The White Lotus,” and “The Last of Us” outshining competitors, while Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” earned 21 nominations, effectively sweeping the comedy category. Leading the charge was “Succession,” hailed for its storytelling and ensemble cast, garnering 27 nods and eyeing its third Best Drama Series win. Its leading men—Brian Cox, Jeremy Strong, and Kieran Culkin—battled it out for the Best Actor title while their co-stars filled the Best Supporting Actor category.
“The Last of Us” followed closely, amassing 24 nominations, setting the stage for potential historic moments. Pedro Pascal could emerge as the first Latino to secure the Emmy for Best Actor in a Drama, and Bella Ramsey, a bright young star, might snatch the title of Youngest Best Actress in the very same genre. Meanwhile, “The White Lotus” caught the industry’s eyes as Jennifer Coolidge and Aubrey Plaza, along with three female co-stars, vied for the Best Supporting Actress in a Drama award, elevating the competitive excitement.
In the comedy realm, all eyes watched to see if the beloved “Ted Lasso” would net its third consecutive Emmy win for Best Comedy in its final season. Fans rooted for their favorite coach of AFC Richmond, with anticipation running high around the outcome.
This broadcast also spoke directly to fans in India, as they experienced the live excitement streaming exclusively on Lionsgate Play.
The ceremony unfolded, revealing the victors in real-time. Audiences watched as shows such as “Succession,” “The White Lotus,” “The Last of Us,” and newcomers like “Yellowjackets” and “House of the Dragon” competed for top honors. Notable actors like Jeff Bridges, Bob Odenkirk, Sharon Horgan, Melanie Lynskey, and more stood as exemplary talent within their respective categories.
“The Bear,” “Wednesday,” and “Abbott Elementary” were among the fresher faces on the comedy slate, challenging the likes of “Barry,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” and “Only Murders in the Building” for laughs and acclaim. Performers like Jason Sudeikis, Christina Applegate, and Brett Goldstein put their best foot forward to vie for the chance to hoist the golden statuette.
On the limited series front, hard-hitting dramas such as “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” and “Fleishman Is in Trouble” to the musical biopic “Daisy Jones & the Six” searched for glory.
Stars delivered captivating performances in limited series or movies, with Taron Egerton, Kumail Nanjiani, Evan Peters, and Riley Keough among those earning appreciation for their transformative roles. The Supporting Actor and Actress categories in this segment were equally stiff, with performances from Murray Bartlett, Paul Walter Hauser, Claire Danes, and Niecy Nash-Betts captivating audiences.
With the reality and variety sections rounding out the evening, competition format favorites like “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “Survivor” stood alongside critically-acclaimed talk and sketch shows including “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” and “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver.” The live entertainment realm was also lauded, with shows such as “The Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show starring Rihanna” and this year’s Oscars telecast competing for special recognition.
The 75th Annual Emmy Awards was not just a night of stars and statuettes but a testament to the unwavering dynamism within the entertainment industry, resonating across globe-spanning audiences as they collectively celebrated the art of television. This live-updating list of winners serves not only as a record of excellence but also as a beacon of the ever-evolving television landscape.
