This year’s Emmy Awards was nothing short of entertaining, with Netflix’s Baby Reindeer taking center stage. Here are the standout moments from the ceremony:
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Baby Reindeer Wins Big
Baby Reindeer, the much-discussed Netflix series, dominated the night. The show’s themes of obsession and harassment were subtly referenced when Dan Levy joked about fake messages resembling those from the series’ plot. However, the real-life defamation lawsuit against Netflix was not mentioned during the event.
Hacks Surprises with Best Comedy Series Win
In a shocking twist, Hacks snagged the Best Comedy Series award, beating the heavily favored The Bear. Jean Smart’s earlier acting win signaled the show’s popularity among voters, with co-creator Paul W Downs highlighting the rarity of shows centered on older women in TV.
Dan & Eugene Levy’s Hosting Success
The father-son duo, famous for Schitt’s Creek, brought humor and heart to their hosting duties. Their light-hearted jokes, including poking fun at The Bear’s classification as a comedy, were a hit, keeping the night fun and fast-paced.
Alan Cumming’s Tartan Triumph
Sporting a fabulous tartan ensemble, Alan Cumming accepted the award for Best Reality Competition for The Traitors. He humorously thanked both Scotland and Holland for contributing to the success of the show.
A West Wing Reunion
In honor of The West Wing’s 25th anniversary, the cast reunited to present Best Drama. Their witty commentary reflected on how today’s real-life political events are more dramatic than the show’s fictional plotlines.
Will Smith: The Writer, Not the Actor
British writer Will Smith, who won for his work on Slow Horses, joked about the infamous Oscars slap, assuring the audience he came in peace, despite sharing a name with the Hollywood star.
Jodie Foster’s Touching Icelandic Tribute
Jodie Foster took home the Best Actress in a Limited Series award for True Detective: Night Country. She expressed her gratitude to the Icelandic crew, adding a few words in Icelandic and paying homage to the indigenous communities that inspired the series.
A Dog’s Dedication
John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight won Best Scripted Variety Series, and Oliver took a moment to emotionally thank his late dog, who helped him and his family through the pandemic. His heartfelt tribute to “all dogs” resonated with the audience.
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