The Television Academy has recently unveiled the nominations for the 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards, generating buzz and excitement among television enthusiasts. Shogun emerged as a frontrunner with an impressive 25 nominations in the drama category, while The Bear made waves in the comedy genre with a record-breaking 23 nominations.
The announcement, made on Wednesday, highlighted the diversity and talent within the television industry, showcasing a range of outstanding shows and performances. The upcoming 76th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony, scheduled for September 15, will reveal the winners across various categories.
Outstanding Comedy Series
The nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series include popular titles such as Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Hacks, Only Murders in the Building, Palm Royale, Reservation Dogs, and What We Do in the Shadows.
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
Talented actresses vying for the award in this category include Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary), Ayo Edebiri (The Bear), Selena Gomez (Only Murders in the Building), Maya Rudolph (Loot), Jean Smart (Hacks), and Kristen Wiig (Palm Royale).
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
The competition for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series features Matt Berry (What We Do in the Shadows), Larry David (Curb Your Enthusiasm), Martin Short and Steve Martin (Only Murders in the Building), Jeremy Allen White (The Bear), and D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai (Reservation Dogs).
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
The category of Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series includes talented individuals such as Lionel Boyce and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Bear), Paul W. Downs (Hacks), Paul Rudd (Only Murders in the Building), Tyler James Williams (Abbott Elementary), and Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live).
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
Notable actresses nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series are Carol Burnett (Palm Royale), Sheryl Lee Ralph and Janelle James (Abbott Elementary), Hannah Einbinder (Hacks), Liza Colon-Zayas (The Bear), and Meryl Streep (Only Murders in the Building).
Outstanding Drama Series
The nominations for Outstanding Drama Series feature compelling shows like The Crown, Fallout, The Gilded Age, The Morning Show, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Shogun, Slow Horses, and 3 Body Problem, captivating audiences with their gripping storylines and performances.
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
The category of Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series showcases talented actors including Idris Elba (Hijack), Donald Glover (Mr. and Mrs. Smith), Walton Goggins (Fallout), Gary Oldman (Slow Horses), Hiroyuki Sanada (Shogun), and Dominic West (The Crown).
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Leading actresses contending for the award in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series category include Jennifer Aniston (The Morning Show), Maya Erskine (Mr. and Mrs. Smith), Carrie Coon (The Gilded Age), Anna Sawai (Shogun), Imelda Staunton (The Crown), and Reese Witherspoon.
