Hosts, Red Carpet Fashion, and Early Award Winners

The Emmys are back once again, just eight months after their last ceremony, prompting some to question if this can truly be called “TV’s biggest night.” Nevertheless, the excitement is palpable as Hollywood gathers to honor this year’s outstanding television series with elegance and celebration.

The previous Emmy ceremony took place on January 15, marking a rescheduling from its original September date due to last summer’s actors’ and writers’ strikes. This year’s celebration, therefore, has an air of déjà vu but promises fresh faces and new achievements.

The night began with an emotional moment. As attendees arrived at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater, Laverne Cox, the vibrant host of E!’s red carpet show, tearfully embraced Nava Mau, star of “Baby Reindeer.” Both actresses have made Emmys history as trans women, with Cox being the first openly transgender person nominated for an acting Emmy in 2014 for her role in Netflix’s “Orange is the New Black.” Meanwhile, Mau is notable for becoming the first trans woman nominated this year for best supporting actress in a limited series.

Cox expressed her pride in Mau, remarking, “Ten years ago, I became the first openly transgender person to be nominated for an acting Emmy, and ten years later, I’m not the last.” This heartfelt exchange set a tone of recognition and progress for the evening.

As the stars graced the red carpet, they showcased stunning gowns and dazzling smiles. Various celebrities turned heads, and fashion commentators have already praised the standout looks, including those of Selena Gomez and Eiza González from “3 Body Problem.”

The Creative Arts Emmys, held the weekend before the main ceremony, already saw some major wins, with iconic stars like Angela Bassett and Jamie Lee Curtis taking home awards. Bassett earned her first Emmy for narrating the National Geographic documentary series “Queens,” while Curtis received her first Emmy as well, for her guest appearance in Season 2 of FX’s “The Bear.”

FX’s “Shogun” made headlines by securing 14 Emmys during those weekend awards, breaking the record for most drama wins in a single year, a title previously held by HBO’s “Game of Thrones.” The momentum suggests that “Shogun” will continue this trend if more awards come its way on the main show.

The festivities on Sunday night promise to be significant for FX, with “Shōgun” being a frontrunner for several major categories, including outstanding drama series and lead roles for Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai. Additionally, FX’s critically acclaimed comedy “The Bear” is in the running for multiple categories, while Netflix’s cultural sensation “Baby Reindeer” is anticipated to shine within limited series categories.

This year, The Emmys feature 25 nominations for “Shōgun,” alongside 23 for “The Bear.” Meanwhile, Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building” received 21 nods, and HBO’s “True Detective: Night Country” secured 19 nominations. The awards will honor programming that aired between June 1, 2023, and May 31, 2024, showcasing a year of exceptional storytelling in television.

In a twist of tradition, Eugene Levy and Dan Levy, known for their roles in “Schitt’s Creek,” will host this year’s awards, making history as the first father-son duo to take on this role. The Levys shared their excitement, humorously noting that hosting in an actual theater, rather than a quarantine tent, was a thrilling opportunity.

The 2024 Emmy Awards are set to be broadcast live on ABC from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, encouraging viewers to tune in and witness a night filled with celebration, glamour, and poignant moments.

Source: USA TODAY