The 51st Annual Daytime Emmy Creative Arts and Lifestyle Awards continued its celebration of excellence in television programming, revealing a lineup of diverse winners and notable shifts in categories on its second night. The star-studded event, held to honor outstanding achievements in daytime television, brought together industry icons and fresh talents, making it a night to remember. The event, according to Variety, highlighted the evolving nature of daytime television and honored those who have pushed boundaries and set new standards.
One of the evening’s most memorable moments was the triumph of Oscar-winning actor Robert Downey Jr., who clinched his first-ever Emmy for his captivating series “Downey’s Dream Cars” in the Lifestyle Program category. The series, a deep dive into the world of unique automotive designs and the stories behind them, has clearly resonated with both critics and audiences alike.
In the realm of culinary arts, Buddy Valastro, affectionately known to fans as the Cake Boss, also earned his first Emmy as a culinary host for his delightful series “Legends of the Fork.” The show, which explores various culinary traditions and iconic dishes, has captivated viewers with its blend of history, culture, and gastronomy.
Meanwhile, basketball legend Dwyane Wade made a significant mark in the world of television production, securing his first Daytime Emmy as an executive producer of the short-form program “Dads.” The show offers a heartwarming and insightful look at fatherhood, showcasing stories that celebrate the joys and challenges of being a dad.
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The 2024 Daytime Emmys brought about significant structural changes, particularly the exclusion of a dedicated category for younger performers in daytime dramas. Instead, young talents will now vie for recognition in lead, supporting, or guest categories, reflecting a shift towards more inclusive and competitive programming. This change, as reported by Variety, aims to provide young actors with greater opportunities to shine in a more expansive and integrated landscape.
The eligibility period for this year’s awards spanned from January 1 to December 31, 2023, ensuring that a wide range of performances and productions could be considered. The winners hailed from various genres and themes, highlighting the richness and diversity of daytime television.
Here’s a complete rundown of winners announced during the Saturday night ceremony in the Creative Arts and Lifestyle Awards category:
**Legal/Courtroom Program**
– Winner: “Judy Justice” (Amazon Freevee)
– Contenders: “Hot Bench” (Syndicated), “Justice For The People with Judge Milian” (Syndicated), “The People’s Court” (Syndicated), “We The People with Judge Lauren Lake” (Syndicated)
**Travel, Adventure, and Nature Program**
– Winner: “Animals Up Close with Bertie Gregory” (National Geographic)
– Contenders: “Extraordinary Birder with Christian Cooper” (National Geographic), “Guy’s All-American Road Trip” (Food Network), “Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild” (NBC), “Street Somm” (Tastemade)
**Instructional/How-To Program**
– Winner: “Hack My Home” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “Fixer to Fabulous” (HGTV), “Fixer Upper: The Hotel” (Magnolia Network), “Martha Gardens” (Roku), “Windy City Rehab” (HGTV)
**Lifestyle Program**
– Winner: “Downey’s Dream Cars” (Max)
– Contenders: “George to the Rescue” (NBC), “Growing Floret” (Magnolia Network), “Homegrown” (Magnolia Network), “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” (Netflix)
**Arts and Popular Culture Program**
– Winner: “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey” (Max)
– Contenders: “Billion Dollar Babies: The True Story of the Cabbage Patch Kids” (Vimeo), “King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch” (Netflix), “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter” (SundanceTV), “Variety Studio: Actors on Actors” (PBS), “Working in the Theatre” (AmericanTheatreWing.org)
**Educational and Informational Program**
– Winner: “Leveling Lincoln” (PBS)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “Harlem Globetrotters Play It Forward” (NBC), “Ireland Made with Love” (PBS), “What Really Happened: America’s Wild” (National Geographic)
**Daytime Special**
– Winner: “Culture Quest: Ukraine” (PBS)
– Contenders: “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” (ABC), “97th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” (NBC), “Recipe for Change: Celebrating Black Men” (SpringHill), “Unexpected” (Hulu)
**Short Form Program**
– Winner: “The Dads” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “Catalyst” (LinkedIn News), “Hollywood Atelier: Rob Pickens” (The Hollywood Reporter), “How Una Pizza Napoletana Became the No.1 Ranked Pizza in the World” (Eater), “Temple of Film: 100 Years of the Egyptian Theatre” (Netflix)
**Culinary Host**
– Winner: Buddy Valastro, “Legends of the Fork” (A&E)
– Contenders: Lidia Bastianich, “25 Years with Lidia: A Culinary Jubilee” (PBS), Valerie Bertinelli, “Valerie’s Home Cooking” (Food Network), Eduardo Garcia, “Big Sky Kitchen with Eduardo Garcia” (Magnolia Network), Emeril Lagasse, “Emeril Cooks” (Roku), Sophia Roe, “Counter Space” (Tastemade)
**Daytime Personality, Non-Daily**
– Winner: Christian Cooper, “Extraordinary Birder with Christian Cooper” (National Geographic)
– Contenders: Samantha Brown, “Samantha Brown’s Places To Love” (PBS), Derrick Campana, “The Wizard of Paws” (BYUtv), Zoe Francois, Andrew Zimmern, “Holiday Party with Andrew & Zoe” (Magnolia Network), Jet Tila, “Ready Jet Cook” (Food Network)
**Writing Team for a Daytime Non-Fiction Series**
– Winner: “Reconnecting Roots” (PBS)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild” (NBC), “Super Animals” (Syndicated), “Team Rubicon” (Roku)
**Directing Team for a Single-Camera Daytime Non-Fiction Program**
– Winner: “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “Billion Dollar Babies: The True Story of the Cabbage Patch Kids” (Vimeo), “Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild” (NBC), “Searching for Soul Food” (Hulu), “TrueSouth” (ESPN/ABC/SEC Network)
**Directing Team for a Multiple-Camera Daytime Non-Fiction Program**
– Winner: “The View” (ABC)
– Contenders: “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” (ABC), “The Drew Barrymore Show” (Syndicated), “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Syndicated), “Turning The Tables with Robin Roberts” (Disney+)
**Outstanding Music Direction and Composition**
– Winner: “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild” (NBC), “Mysteries of the Faith” (Netflix), “Temple of Film: 100 Years of the Egyptian Theatre” (Netflix)
**Original Song**
– Winner: “We’re Home” (“Reconnecting Roots”) (PBS)
– Contenders: “Shine” (“General Hospital”) (ABC), “Unexpected Truth” (“Unexpected”) (Hulu)
**Lighting Direction**
– Winner: “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Syndicated)
– Contenders: “General Hospital” (ABC), “The Jennifer Hudson Show” (Syndicated), “The View” (ABC)
**Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video**
– Winner: “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” (ABC)
– Contenders: “The Bold and the Beautiful” (CBS), “Days of our Lives” (Peacock), “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Syndicated)
**Cinematography**
– Winner: “Animals Up Close with Bertie Gregory” (National Geographic)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix”), “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” (Netflix), “Living For The Dead” (Hulu), “Oracles of God: The Story of the Old Testament” (CBN)
**Single Camera Editing**
– Winner: “Drive with Swizz Beatz” (Hulu)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” (Netflix), “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey” (Max), “Searching for Soul Food” (Hulu)
**Multiple Camera Editing**
– Winner: “TrueSouth” (ESPN/ABC/SEC Network)
– Contenders: “Family Ingredients” (PBS), “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Syndicated), “Team Rubicon” (Roku), “The Wizard of Paws” (BYUtv)
**Outstanding Live Sound Mixing and Sound Editing**
– Winner: “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Syndicated)
– Contenders: “The Jennifer Hudson Show” (Syndicated), “The Talk” (CBS), “Tamron Hall” (Syndicated)
**Sound Mixing and Sound Editing**
– Winner: “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “Downey’s Dream Cars” (Max), “Drive with Swizz Beatz” (Hulu), “Temple of Film: 100 Years of the Egyptian Theatre” (Netflix)
**Main Title and Graphic Design**
– Winner: “Searching for Soul Food” (Hulu)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “Car Masters: Rust to Riches” (Netflix), “Super Animals” (Syndicated), “Tex Mex Motors” (Netflix)
**Casting**
– Winner: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “Days of our Lives” (Peacock), “General Hospital” (ABC), “Start Up” (PBS), “The Young and the Restless” (CBS)
**Art Direction/Set Direction/Scenic Design**
– Winner: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “The Drew Barrymore Show” (Syndicated), “General Hospital” (ABC), “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Syndicated), “The View” (ABC), “The Young and the Restless” (CBS)
**Costume Design/Styling**
– Winner: “The Bold and the Beautiful” (CBS)
– Contenders: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix), “The Jennifer Hudson Show” (Syndicated), “Sherri” (Syndicated)
**Hairstyling and Makeup**
– Winner: “African Queens: Njinga” (Netflix)
– Contenders: “The Drew Barrymore Show” (Syndicated), “Sherri” (Syndicated), “The View” (ABC), “The Young and the Restless” (CBS)
The 51st Annual Daytime Emmy Creative Arts and Lifestyle Awards set a new benchmark in recognising creative excellence and innovation in daytime television. The winners and nominees across all categories are a testament to the vibrant and ever-evolving landscape of daytime programming, promising more exciting milestones in the years to come.
