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Feinberg Forecast: Emmy Nominations Predictions Adjusted One Month Out
television15 days ago

Feinberg Forecast: Emmy Nominations Predictions Adjusted One Month Out

One month before Emmy nominations voting opens (June 11–22), THR’s Scott Feinberg updates his forecast across 35 categories, arguing contenders have largely shown their cards and campaign plans are in full swing. He highlights The Pitt, Hacks, Shrinking, Love Story and Beef as major frontrunners across drama, comedy, limited series and more, while noting there are still plenty of slots up for grabs ahead of the July 8 nominations announcement.

Rooster Could Be Carell’s Long-Awaited Emmy Wake-Up Call
entertainment23 days ago

Rooster Could Be Carell’s Long-Awaited Emmy Wake-Up Call

Variety argues HBO Max’s Rooster is a stealth Emmy contender, anchored by Steve Carell’s acclaimed lead performance and a strong ensemble, with the Lawrence-Tarses writing approach helping it land in voters’ consideration. Despite Carell’s history of nominations without a win, the show’s slow-burn humor and solid viewership (2.4 million in three days) and renewal for a second season give it momentum, though visibility remains the main hurdle as ballots go out.

Shawn Hatosy Shifts The Pitt from Guest to Supporting Emmy Path
entertainment27 days ago

Shawn Hatosy Shifts The Pitt from Guest to Supporting Emmy Path

Shawn Hatosy will submit The Pitt for a supporting drama actor nomination in Season 2 instead of the guest category, marking a notable Emmys category switch after his Season 1 guest win. The move follows Emmy-rule updates in 2025 that allow the switch, though it risks closing the door to future guest nominations for the same role. Submissions are due May 7, with nominations announced July 8; Hatosy also directs an episode (3:00 P.M.) and could appear on the ballot as a director, while The Pitt enters the race as Variety predicts a strong contender following its five Emmys in Season 1.

Richard Gadd’s Transformative Take on HBO’s Half Man
television1 month ago

Richard Gadd’s Transformative Take on HBO’s Half Man

Richard Gadd explains his dramatic physical transformation to play Ruben in HBO’s Half Man, recounting why he initially hesitated after Baby Reindeer and detailing how he changed his body, hair, beard and voice to become unrecognizable. He discusses the show’s premise of two non-blood brothers, the casting choices, and the 1980s UK context that informs its themes of male repression and violence, as well as the ending and viewers’ interpretation. The interview appears on Variety’s Awards Circuit Podcast, where he also shares lighter moments like a tongue‑in‑cheek tuna and peanut butter hot take.

Dropout Targets 11 Emmy Noms With Game Changer and VIP
television1 month ago

Dropout Targets 11 Emmy Noms With Game Changer and VIP

Dropout has revealed its 2026 Primetime Emmy submissions, lining up two flagship series—Game Changer and Very Important People—for 11 categories. VIP will compete as an area award (requiring 90% approval to win), Vic Michaelis will submit in lead comedy actress, and Game Changer is set for contender status in outstanding game show. Nominations voting runs June 11–22, with the nominations announced July 8, and Season 8 of Game Changer is anticipated within the eligibility window.

Zendaya and Smart Set Sights on Groundbreaking Emmy Sweep for Euphoria and Hacks
entertainment1 month ago

Zendaya and Smart Set Sights on Groundbreaking Emmy Sweep for Euphoria and Hacks

Zendaya and Jean Smart could make Emmy history by potentially sweeping the lead acting categories for every season of their respective series, Euphoria and Hacks. If they win for all eligible seasons, they’d join a rare club of performers who have earned Emmys for every season of a multi-season show. Smart already has seven Emmys and Zendaya, who first won in 2020, would achieve a perfect season-by-season record, with Euphoria’s third season and the show’s ongoing narrative providing the backdrop for this historic stretch.

From Euphoria to Elite: How Zendaya, Sweeney, and Elordi Rewrote the A-List
entertainment1 month ago

From Euphoria to Elite: How Zendaya, Sweeney, and Elordi Rewrote the A-List

An in-depth look at how Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi used HBO’s Euphoria to become Hollywood’s defining young stars: Zendaya evolved from Disney teen idol to a multihyphenate leading roles in Spider-Man and Dune, plus Emmy-winning performances; Sweeney built a producing-forward ascent with acclaimed TV work (including The White Lotus) and high-profile films, all while navigating public scrutiny; Elordi moved from Netflix teen idol to prestige projects, earning an Oscar nomination and refining his craft. The piece frames them as modern archetypes of the A-list under 30, with Euphoria season 3 looming as a capstone of their ascent.

television4 months ago

Emmys 2026: New Categories, AI Guidelines, and Expanded Eligibility

The Emmy Awards announced several rules changes for 2026, including renaming the TV Movie category to Outstanding Movie, expanding eligibility in categories like casting, costume, lighting, and technical arts, and addressing AI use in submissions, emphasizing human storytelling. Additional updates include new peer group titles and the creation of a Legacy Award.