THE TIMES OF INDIA | Jan 16, 2024, 05:59:30 IST
Catch the latest updates from the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards live, featuring news on the red carpet, winners, and more. The ceremony, hosted by Anthony Anderson at the Peacock Theater, arrives four months later than scheduled. Despite the delay and the industry’s recent upheavals, the event promises respite and celebration.This edition showcases HBO’s continued dominance, with “Succession,” “The White Lotus,” and “The Last of Us” leading the nominations. “Succession” is a front-runner with 27 nominations, likely to secure its third Best Drama series Emmy. However, “The Last of Us,” with 24 nominations, already clinched eight wins at the Creative Arts Emmys. “Succession” stars Kieran Culkin and Sarah Snook are among the actors vying for trophies, as well as “The Bear” duo of Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri. Notably, Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey could make history as the first Latino best actor in a drama and the youngest best actress winner, respectively.In the supporting categories, “The White Lotus” shines with five women nominated for best supporting actress in a drama, including Jennifer Coolidge and Aubrey Plaza. On the comedy front, “Ted Lasso” could enjoy a victory lap for its third season, while “The Bear”, about a chef struggling with his family’s legacy, will vie for best comedy. Jeremy Strong could challenge Jason Sudeikis of “Ted Lasso” for best actor in a comedy. This year’s significant milestone, the 75th Emmys, will be a platform for organizers to pay tribute to classic television shows through cast reunions and special moments. Celebrating iconic series such as “Cheers,” “Game of Thrones,” “The Sopranos,” and “All in the Family,” the event promises to evoke nostalgia and honour the timeless contributions of these shows. To mark the legacy of “I Love Lucy,” two undisclosed actresses will step into the roles of Lucy and Ethel in a special commemoration. Streaming platforms accounted for their highest-ever share of nearly two-thirds of the nominated shows, as indicated by data from Nielsen’s Gracenote. Catch the Emmys live on Lionsgate Play in India and Fox, starting at 6 am (IST), or stream it on Hulu from Tuesday onward.Read Less
