tldrdailynews.com logo
Tag

The Pitt

All articles tagged with #the pitt

Self-submission pays off with Emmy nod for The Pitt’s Brittany Allen
entertainment2 days ago

Self-submission pays off with Emmy nod for The Pitt’s Brittany Allen

Brittany Allen earned an Emmy nomination for outstanding guest actress in a drama series after self-submitting for consideration when HBO did not nominate her for The Pitt; she paid the $225 submission fee and promoted her performance on social media, explaining she wanted to advocate for the seven-episode arc as Roxie Hamler, a mother with terminal cancer. Her nomination also honors co-star Jeff Kober, while HBO chief Casey Bloys framed the decision to not submit everyone as a strategic one. The Pitt led this year’s Emmys with 25 nominations and the ceremony is Sept. 14, 2026; Allen, who previously won a Daytime Emmy, says this moment shows the value of self-advocacy in a competitive industry.

via CNN|
#brittany-allen#emmy-awards#entertainment
Brittany Allen Bets on Self-Submission to Earn Emmy Nod
entertainment2 days ago

Brittany Allen Bets on Self-Submission to Earn Emmy Nod

Actress Brittany Allen, who plays Roxie Hamler on The Pitt, earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series after HBO did not submit her; she self-submitted and, with her husband, mounted a DIY For Your Consideration campaign that included sharing audition footage and public posts, which resonated with fans. HBO’s Casey Bloys noted they can’t submit everyone but encourage self-submission. Allen acknowledges campaigning is expensive and weighs hiring a publicist, but hopes the nomination opens doors to more complex roles and potentially an agent; her career also includes a Daytime Emmy win on All My Children, underscoring the industry’s volatile fortunes.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#brittany-allen#emmys#entertainment
Pitt Lays Claim to Emmys Noms as Diversity in Acting Slumps
television2 days ago

Pitt Lays Claim to Emmys Noms as Diversity in Acting Slumps

Nomination morning shows HBO Max on top with 122 nominations, Apple TV at a company‑record 87, and Netflix at 111 as The Pitt leads programs with 25 nominations (13 in acting thanks to two self‑submissions), while Hacks sets a comedy‑nomination record with 24; however diversity in acting nominations falls 39% to 17 performers of color across lead and supporting roles, signaling a shifting landscape ahead of the Sept. 14 Primetime Emmy Awards on NBC.

via Variety|
#diversity#emmys#hacks
Emmys 2026: Hacks and The Pitt Lead Noms as Stars React with Emotion
entertainment3 days ago

Emmys 2026: Hacks and The Pitt Lead Noms as Stars React with Emotion

Emmys 2026 nominations spark emotional moments from stars across HBO/Hulu/Apple TV+ projects, led by Hacks’ record nominations and The Pitt’s wide recognition, with actors like Shailene Woodley, Sepideh Moafi, Colman Domingo, Jonathan Pryce, Linda Cardellini and Joy Sunday sharing candid reactions about the moment and what it could mean for their careers and shows.

via Variety|
#emmys#entertainment#hacks
Pitt Leads 2026 Emmy Nominations as Hacks Sets Comedy Record
entertainment3 days ago

Pitt Leads 2026 Emmy Nominations as Hacks Sets Comedy Record

The 2026 Emmy nominations were revealed with The Pitt leading all nominees (25), Hacks close behind at 24 (a comedy record), and Widow’s Bay with 19 for the most noms among new shows; other top nominees include Pluribus (18), Beef (16), DTF St. Louis (13), and SNL and Spider-Noir (11 each). The Creative Arts Emmys will precede the main ceremony, which Mariska Hargitay will host on NBC/Peacock on Sept. 14; nominations were announced in two batches originally, but this year all were unveiled on July 8. The article also lists nominees across major categories such as Best Drama Series, Best Comedy Series, Best Limited/Anthology Series, and various acting categories, with detailed lineup.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#emmys-2026#entertainment#hacks
Emmys 2026 Forecast: Hacks Leads Comedy, The Pitt Dominates Drama
television4 days ago

Emmys 2026 Forecast: Hacks Leads Comedy, The Pitt Dominates Drama

TVLine’s Emmy predictions split the race into Comedy, Drama, and Limited Series, with HBO Max’s Hacks expected to snag another Best Comedy nod and its leads in contention, Shrinking and other returning favorites also likely to be recognized, while The Bear’s momentum may wane. Newcomers Widow’s Bay and Margo’s Got Money Troubles aim for breakout nods, and Lisa Kudrow could contend again for The Comeback. In Drama, The Pitt is the clear front-runner on HBO Max with Noah Wyle and a bevy of possible supporting nominations, alongside Pluribus and The Diplomat as serious threats. The Limited Series field remains wide open, led by Netflix’s BEEF and a slate of other contenders from FX, HBO, and Netflix. Read on for more nuanced projections and weigh in with your predictions.

via TVLine|
#emmys-2026#hacks#predictions
ER Star Noah Wyle Missed Big Roles to Stay On ER
entertainment5 days ago

ER Star Noah Wyle Missed Big Roles to Stay On ER

Noah Wyle revealed on the Still Here Hollywood podcast that his ER filming schedule kept him from pursuing several major films, including Saving Private Ryan and Good Night, and Good Luck. He notes Matt Damon landed the Private Ryan role and Jeremy Davies played Upham, and he’s since starred on The Pitt, a show that has earned Emmys and critical praise.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#er#good-night-and-good-luck
Moshe Kasher opens up about HPV-linked tonsil cancer and upcoming treatment
entertainment18 days ago

Moshe Kasher opens up about HPV-linked tonsil cancer and upcoming treatment

Comedian and The Pitt actor Moshe Kasher revealed an HPV-related tonsil cancer diagnosis after finding a lump during filming. He underwent a five-hour surgery removing his tonsils and 25 neck lymph nodes; doctors noted the cancer is at an early stage (Stage 1) and said a very high cure rate (~95%) is likely, with radiation possible depending on pathology. He remains hopeful, detailing a long recovery ahead and expressing gratitude for his life and family as he plans to return to work.

via USA Today|
#entertainment#hpv#judd-apatow
The Pitt Season 3 Brings Major Cast Shakeups, January 2027 Return
television24 days ago

The Pitt Season 3 Brings Major Cast Shakeups, January 2027 Return

HBO Max confirms The Pitt Season 3 is in production with returning Season 2 stars, but a major cast exit and reduced roles for two other Season 2 actors are expected; the new season is set after the July 4 episode, takes place in November, and is slated to premiere on HBO Max in January 2027, continuing the series’ look at frontline healthcare workers in a Pittsburgh hospital.

via Just Jared|
#cast-changes#hbo-max#noah-wyle
Women of The Pitt Take Charge in Season 2, Shifting the ER Narrative
entertainment26 days ago

Women of The Pitt Take Charge in Season 2, Shifting the ER Narrative

TheWrap’s interview with The Pitt’s female cast explored Season 2’s bigger spotlight and the actors’ transition from relative anonymity to Emmy-caliber recognition, focusing on how these women confront sexism in the emergency department, how Dr. Al-Hashimi’s leadership challenges Dr. Robby, and the show’s ongoing attention to disability, representation, and real‑world issues (ICE, deportation, AI) through gruesome, realistic medical scenes and social commentary.

via TheWrap|
#disability-representation#entertainment#female-leads