Emmy Awards Snubs Leave Fans Upset
The recently announced nominations for the 2023 Emmy Awards left fans upset as several acclaimed series and beloved actors were snubbed by the Emmy voters. Despite the successes of shows like “Succession,” “Ted Lasso,” “The White Lotus,” and “Beef,” the absence of certain series and actors on the nominations list raised eyebrows.
The announcement came amidst ongoing labor disputes in Hollywood, including the writers strike and a possible actors strike, casting a shadow over the upcoming Emmy ceremony scheduled to air on September 18th. However, the ceremony might face significant delays due to these challenges.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the biggest snubs in the 2023 Emmy nominations:
Steve Martin and Selena Gomez snubbed by Emmys for ‘Only Murders in the Building’
Hulu’s “Only Murders” is a murder mystery comedy that thrives on the dynamic between its three leads: Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. While both Martin and Short received nominations for the series’ first season, Gomez was notably absent from the list.
Harrison Ford snubbed by Emmys for ‘Shrinking’ and ‘1923’
Despite delivering celebrated performances in Apple TV+’s comedy “Shrinking” and Paramount+’s “Yellowstone” prequel “1923,” Ford failed to secure an Emmy nomination. While Ford’s co-stars Jason Segel and Jessica Williams received nods for “Shrinking,” the series “1923,” which also starred Helen Mirren, was completely overlooked.
Emma D’Arcy snubbed by Emmys for ‘House of the Dragon’
Although HBO’s highly anticipated prequel series “House of the Dragon” received a nomination for Best Drama Series, the actors were largely ignored. Emma D’Arcy’s portrayal of the elder version of Rhaenyra Targaryen, a pivotal character, was highly acclaimed but went unrecognized.
Diego Luna, Stellan Skarsgard, and Andy Serkis snubbed by Emmys for ‘Andor’
Disney+’s “Andor,” a dark and mature “Star Wars” series, garnered critical acclaim as one of the best shows of 2022. However, the stellar performances of Diego Luna and Stellan Skarsgard were overlooked in the nominations. Additionally, Andy Serkis, known for his exceptional motion-capture performances, delivered an outstanding non-CGI performance in “Andor” but failed to receive recognition.
‘Black Bird’ snubbed by Emmys for Best Limited Series
Apple TV+’s prison-set drama “Black Bird” impressed at other awards shows, with wins and nominations for its talented cast and the show itself. However, it was left out of the highly competitive limited series category, losing out to series like Netflix’s “Beef,” Netflix’s “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” and Disney+’s “Obi-Wan Kenobi.”
‘Yellowstone’ and Kevin Costner snubbed by Emmys again
Despite being the most-watched show on television, Paramount Network’s “Yellowstone” starring Kevin Costner has consistently failed to receive Emmy recognition. Even with its fifth season, which marks the show’s conclusion, “Yellowstone” was completely overlooked, disappointing its passionate fan base.
Elizabeth Olsen snubbed by Emmys for ‘Love and Death’
Elizabeth Olsen’s immersive performance in the Max miniseries “Love and Death” portraying a 1970s murderer was highly anticipated. However, the Emmy voters did not deem her portrayal worthy of a nomination for Best Actress in a Limited Series. Nonetheless, Olsen’s co-star Jesse Plemons received a nomination for Supporting Actor.
While the 2023 Emmy nominations brought disappointment for some, there were also surprises that left fans both delighted and puzzled. The critically panned Disney+ series “Obi-Wan Kenobi” managed to secure a nomination in the limited series category. “Jury Duty,” a semi-scripted comedy/prank show starring James Marsden, received nominations for Best Comedy Series and Marsden’s supporting actor role. Sharon Horgan of “Catastrophe” sneaked into the Best Actress category for Apple’s “Bad Sisters,” a dark comedy about sisters plotting to kill their brother-in-law. Additionally, “Vanderpump Rules” received its first-ever Emmy nominations, possibly boosted by the captivating “Scandoval” storyline.
As the Emmy Awards approach, fans are left pondering the choices made by the TV Academy, hoping for an exciting and fair celebration of the best in television.