Hacks beat The Bear in a major upset for the top comedy honor as Shogun swept the board in record-breaking fashion for the drama categories at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards which featured a star-studded red carpet.
The HBO comedy starring Jean Smart – who earned Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series – and Hannah Einbinder ended the night on top with a win in the Outstanding Comedy Series category over the FX series at the gala event held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California on Sunday.
Meanwhile Shogun broke the all-time record for a single season of TV with 18 as the show not only earned top honor Outstanding Drama Series but also Outstanding Lead Actress and Actor In A Drama Series for Anna Sawai and Hiroyuki Sanada, respectively.
When it came to the limited or anthology series categories, it was Netflix smash-hit Baby Reindeer which earned Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series in addition to Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series for Richard Gadd and Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series for Jessica Gunning.
This year’s ceremony was held less than a year after the 75th edition of the show which took place this past January after being moved back from its intended September 2023 date due to the writers and actors strikes.
Hacks beat The Bear in a major upset for the top comedy honor at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards
Hannah Einbinder and Jean Smart who co-star on the comedy series shared a sweet kiss and embrace as they earned the top prize
Meanwhile Shogun swept the board in record-breaking fashion for the drama categories
Meanwhile Shogun broke the all-time record for a single season of TV with 18 as the show not only earned top honor Outstanding Drama Series but also Outstanding Lead Actress and Actor In A Drama Series for Anna Sawai and Hiroyuki Sanada, respectively
Even aside from The Bear, Hacks triumphed over a very impressive field for Outstanding Comedy Series which also included Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Reservation Dogs, Only Murders in the Building, Palm Royale, and What We Do in the Shadows.
Showrunner, co-creator, and actor Paul W. Downs accepted the top prize for Hacks as he said: I have no thoughts in my brain. Thank you so much to the academy. Let’s brace ourselves. I might get emotional. I have to say that we are so lucky to live our dream and make television. And we couldn’t do it without our Hacks family.
‘All of our writers, all of our cast, all of our crew who make our dreams come true literally. Look at the camera operators tonight doing incredible work making this happen. Thank you to the crew. Thank you. You know, when we pitch this show about two women, one of whom was over 60, we did not know if we would sell it. We really have to thank Casey boys and Sara, everyone who has helped us make this show. You know, there are about 20% of our population is over 60 plus, and there are only 3% of those characters on television. And I would like to see more of them because while I’m a great, young supporting actor, I really want to be a good, old lead.’
Fellow co-creator and showrunner Lucia Aniello took over the microphone to finish off the night by revealing they are back on set in just five days.
She said: ‘Thank you so much. I mean, comedy is so important, obviously, to us. But we really feel like it can bridge divides when you laugh with someone and you have something in common with them. So please support comedy. It speaks true to power. It really does. So support your local comedian. And we have to go because we start shooting the next season in five days. So thank you and good night!’
The series explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.
It was shaping up to be a massive night for The Bear as the series was vying for a sweep of the comedy series acting categories but it did not happen as Ayo Edebiri was beat out by Hacks star Jean Smart in the Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series category earlier in the night.
In addition to Ayo, the 73-year-old Seattle-native also bested Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary, Selena Gomez, Only Murders in the Building, Kristen Wiig, Palm Royale, and Maya Rudolph, Loot.
During her acceptance speech the talented actress said: ‘Oh, god. Thank you. Thank you so, so much. I — it’s very humbling, it really is. And I appreciate this because I just don’t get enough attention. I’m serious. Okay. Anyway, no, thank you. I have so many, so many people to thank starting with our beautiful show runners.
76th Primetime Emmy Awards WINNERS: AT A GLANCE
DRAMA
Outstanding Drama Series: Shogun
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Anna Sawai, Shogun
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Hiroyuki Sanada, Shogun
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series: Elizabeth Debicki, The Crown
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series: Billy Crudup, The Morning Show
TALK, VARIETY, AND REALITY
Scripted Variety Series: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Talk Series: The Daily Show
Outstanding Reality Competition Program: The Traitors
Shogun won a record breaking 18 Primetime Emmy Awards including Outstanding Lead Actress and Actor nods for Anna Sawai and Hiroyuki Sanada
COMEDY
Outstanding Comedy Series: Hacks
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series: Jean Smart, Hacks
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series: Jeremy Allen White, The Bear
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series: Liza Colón-Zayas, The Bear
Outstanding Supporting Actor An A Comedy Series: Ebon Moss-Bachrach, The Bear
LIMITED
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series: Baby Reindeer
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series: Jessica Gunning, Baby Reindeer
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series: Richard Gadd, Baby Reindeer
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series: Jodie Foster, True Detective: Night Country
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series: Lamorne Morris, Fargo
Even aside from The Bear, Hacks triumphed over very impressive field for Outstanding Comedy Series which included Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Reservation Dogs, Only Murders in the Building, Palm Royale, and What We Do in the Shadows (Showrunners and co-creators are seen from left to right: Jen Statsky, Paul W. Downs, and Lucia Aniello)
The Bear was vying for a sweep of the comedy series acting categories but it did not happen as Ayo Edebiri was beat out by Hacks star Jean Smart in the Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series category
During her acceptance speech the talented actress said: ‘Oh, god. Thank you. Thank you so, so much. I — it’s very humbling, it really is. And I appreciate this because I just don’t get enough attention. I’m serious. Okay. Anyway, no, thank you. I have so many, so many people to thank starting with our beautiful show runners’
She continued: ‘Thank you for thinking of me. I will never be able to thank you enough for thinking of me with this incredible role. And Casey and Sara and everybody at HBO. At Max– I’m sorry. Just what we needed, another network. But, sorry, anyway, this is — I’m going to honor tonight, my agent Scott Henderson of 30 plus years who is retiring and breaking my heart, the most amazing, cultured, tasteful, kind, funny man that never tried to talk me in or out of things I really didn’t feel great about. I wish you all the best. He’s going to bicycle through France because that’s better than representing me? I don’t know. Thank you. Thank you. I love you all. Thank you’
Jean happily posed with her shiny new trophy in the press room
In the series Jean portrays legendary Las Vegas stand-up comedian Deborah Vance who must co-exist with down-on-her-luck comedy writer Ava Daniels (portrayed by Hannah Einbinder) as she makes a career comeback
‘Thank you for thinking of me. I will never be able to thank you enough for thinking of me with this incredible role. And Casey and Sara and everybody at HBO. At Max– I’m sorry. Just what we needed, another network.
‘But, sorry, anyway, this is — I’m going to honor tonight, my agent Scott Henderson of 30 plus years who is retiring and breaking my heart, the most amazing, cultured, tasteful, kind, funny man that never tried to talk me in or out of things I really didn’t feel great about. I wish you all the best. He’s going to bicycle through France because that’s better than representing me? I don’t know. Thank you. Thank you. I love you all. Thank you.’
In the series Jean portrays legendary Las Vegas stand-up comedian Deborah Vance who must co-exist with down-on-her-luck comedy writer Ava Daniels (portrayed by Hannah Einbinder) as she makes a career comeback.
Regardless of falling short in the top comedy category, The Bear earned early honors for stars Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Liza Colón-Zayas.
The 33-year-old Brooklyn native Jeremy took home major honor in the Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series category for the second consecutive year.
He triumphed over Larry David, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Steve Martin, Only Murders in the Building, Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building, Matt Berry, What We Do in the Shadows, and D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Reservation Dogs.
During his acceptance speech Jeremy said: ‘Thank you so much. My heart is just beating right out of its chest. Thank you, thank you to the academy, my fellow nominees. I’m so honored to be in your company. Chris and Joe, thank you for choosing me. I am so, so, so lucky. I’m so grateful. Thank you.
‘My beautiful cast, I love you forever. I love to work with you, and I just — I want us to be in each other’s lives forever. I love you so dearly. Joe, this show has changed my life. It has instilled a faith that change is — is — is possible, that change is possible if you are able to reach out. You’re really, truly never actually alone.’
The Bear earned early honors for stars Jeremy Allen White (left) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards
Liza Colón-Zayas triumphed in the Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series category
Jeremy, Liza, and Ebon looked happy as they posed together with their brand new Emmys in the press room
The hunk concluded his speech by recognizing his family including his two children.
He finished his speech by saying: ‘I thank this show. My parents, I love you. My sister, thank you for coming with me tonight. Ezra and Dolores, I love you so, so, so, so much. You are my heart. Thank you. Thank you, everybody.’
Jeremy portrays Carmen ‘Carmy’ Berzatto as a young chef from the fine dining world returns to Chicago to run his family’s sandwich shop only to turn it into a fine dining restaurant on a quest for a Michelin star.
Meanwhile, the 47-year-old New York native Ebon – who portrays Richie Jerimovich on the FX series – earned the win in the Outstanding Supporting Actor An A Comedy Series category for the second year much like Jeremy.
He beat out an impressive field including castmate Lionel Boyce in addition to Paul W. Downs, Hacks, Paul Rudd, Only Murders In The Building, Tyler James Williams, Abbott Elementary, and Bowen Yang, Saturday Night Live.
He kept his speech short and sweet as he said: ‘Okay. Wow. Thank you so much. I don’t know what to say. I’m so grateful for this show and to work with these beautiful people. Chris, thank you so much. I love you so much. Joanne that, Josh, Tyson. I work with this incredible family every day. It is such a privilege.
‘Lionel, liza, Mattie, all my little forks crew, Andrew and Sara and Olivia. Thank you, Jeanie for putting such a nice family together. Thank you to my parents. They’re taking such nice care of my cat. And thanks to my sweet daughters. Elena, I love you so much. You’re everything to me. Thank you.’
Ebon’s character Richard ‘Richie’ Jermovich is the de facto manager of the restaurants in The Bear who has a contentious relationship with Carmy due to his relationship with the chef’s late older brother Michael.
The 33-year-old Brooklyn native Jeremy took home major honor in the Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series category for the second consecutive year
He triumphed over Larry David, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Steve Martin , Only Murders in the Building, Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building, Matt Berry, What We Do in the Shadows, and D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Reservation Dogs
The hunk concluded his speech by recognizing his family including his two children as he said : ‘I thank this show. My parents, I love you. My sister, thank you for coming with me tonight. Ezra and Dolores, I love you so, so, so, so much. You are my heart. Thank you. Thank you, everybody’
Jeremy proudly held up his trophy in the press room
Jeremy portrays Carmen ‘Carmy’ Berzatto (lefrt) as a young chef from the fine dining world returns to Chicago to run his family’s sandwich shop only to turn it into a fine dining restaurant on a quest for a Michelin star
The wins kept coming for the critically-acclaimed series as Liza Colón-Zayas took home Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series.
The 52-year-old New York native – who is an actress and playwright – beat some high-profile names in the industry including: Carol Burnett, Palm Royale, Hannah Einbinder, Hacks, Janelle James, Abbott Elementary, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Abbott Elementary, and Meryl Streep, Only Murders In The Building.
She was emotional during her acceptance speech as she said: ‘Thank you for lowering the microphone for me. Thank you so much. Thank you so my husband, David Zayas. He told me to write a speech, and I didn’t because I didn’t think it would be possible. ‘
Liza recognized her fellow nominees as she continued her speech: ‘How, how could I have thought it would be possible to be in the presence of Meryl Streep and Carol Burnett and Janelle? Anyway, I love you all. I revere you to the bottom of my heart. And other women and my mommy. Mommy, I thank you. My family. My grandkids. Grandkids? Yeah, thank you.
‘Thank you to my beautiful cast. Thank you, thank you, thank you for giving me new life in this show. And to all the Latinas who are looking at me, keep believing and vote. Vote for your rights. Thank you! Thank you. Gracias.’
In the award-winning series Liza portrays Tina Marrero, an acerbic and stubborn veteran line cook who embraces the opportunity to train professionally.
Meanwhile, the 47-year-old New York native Ebon – who portrays Richie Jerimovich on the FX series – earned the win in the Outstanding Supporting Actor An A Comedy Series category for the second year much like Jeremy
He beat out an impressive field including castmate Lionel Boyce in addition to Paul W. Downs, Hacks, Paul Rudd , Only Murders In The Building, Tyler James Williams, Abbott Elementary, and Bowen Yang, Saturday Night Live
He concluded: ‘Lionel, liza, Mattie, all my little forks crew, Andrew and Sara and Olivia. Thank you, Jeanie for putting such a nice family together. Thank you to my parents. They’re taking such nice care of my cat. And thanks to my sweet daughters. Elena, I love you so much. You’re everything to me. Thank you’
Ebon’s character Richard ‘Richie’ Jermovich (left) is the de facto manager of the restaurants in The Bear who has a contentious relationship with Carmy due to his relationship with the chef’s late older brother Michael
The wins kept coming for the critically-acclaimed series as Liza Colón-Zayas took home Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series
The 52-year-old New York native – who is an actress and playwright – beat some high-profile names in the industry including: Carol Burnett, Palm Royale, Hannah Einbinder, Hacks, Janelle James, Abbott Elementary, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Abbott Elementary, and Meryl Streep, Only Murders In The Building
Liza recognized her fellow nominees as she continued her speech: ‘How, how could I have thought it would be possible to be in the presence of Meryl Streep and Carol Burnett and Janelle? Anyway, I love you all. I revere you to the bottom of my heart’
Meanwhile, Shogun was not only the biggest winner on the drama side but also the biggest winner over all as it earned a record-breaking 18 awards.
The FX series topped off the night with a win in the coveted Outstanding Drama Series category triumphing over The Crown, Fallout, The Gilded Age, The Morning Show, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Slow Horses, and 3 Body Problem.
Show creator Justin Marks accepted the honor at the end of the night as he praised the network for taking a chance on the show as she said: ‘Thank you for this incredible honor. We have so grateful to our partners at Disney television, to hulu and especially to FX. John, Gina, Kate, Lindsey, Nick.
‘You guys green lit a very expensive subtitled Japanese period piece that revolves around a poetry competition. I have no idea why you did that, but thank you for your faith in this incredible team.’
The synopsis of the series reads: ‘When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies.’
Just before that Anna Sawai had her shining moment in the Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series category.
The 32-year-old Japanese actress and singer beat out a very talented and star-studded field including: Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show, Carrie Coon, The Gilded Age, Maya Erskine, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Imelda Staunton, The Crown, and Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show.
During her acceptance speech, Anna was emotional and even recognized her fellow nominees.
Meanwhile, Shogun was not only the biggest winner on the drama side but also the biggest winner over all as it earned a record-breaking 18 awards
The FX series topped off the night with a win in the coveted Outstanding Drama Series category triumphing over The Crown, Fallout, The Gilded Age, The Morning Show, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Slow Horses, and 3 Body Problem
The synopsis of the series reads: ‘When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies’
She said: ‘I was crying before my name was announced. I’m a mess today. Thank you to the academy for naming me alongside my fellow nominees, whose work I have grown — I grew up watching and love. Thank you so John langraff and the whole FX team for believing in our story.
‘Thank you, Justin and Rachel, for believing in me and giving me this role of a lifetime. Thank you to every single one of the crew and cast led by a hero, heroes over there. He really has opened doors and continues to open doors for people like me. Thank you so much.’
Sawai also made sure to give co-star Cosmo Jarvis – who portrays Pilot Major John Blackthorne – a special shoutout.
She said: ‘Cosmo, you are the most hon nest and truthful and no B.S. Actor I know and you made me give my 120%. Lastly, thank you to my team and thank you to my family. Mom, I love you. You are the reason I’m here. You showed me stoicism and that’s how I was able to portray it. This is to all the women who expect nothing and continue to be an example for everyone. Thank you so much.’
In the series Anna portrays Toda Mariko who is an intelligent highborn woman with strong loyalty to Lord Yoshii Toranaga. She is a Catholic convert who serves as a translator between Toranaga and the aforementioned Pilot Major John Blackthorne.
Hiroyuki Sanada also had his shining moment as he triumphed in the Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series category.
The 63-year-old Japanese actor earned the win over Donald Glover, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Walton Goggins, Fallout, Idris Elba, Hijack, Gary Oldman, Slow Horses, and Dominic West, The Crown.
Sanada had a thoughtful speech which went: ‘Thank you. Thank you so much. Oh, my goodness. I’m won honored to be here with amazing nominees. And thank you for FX, Disney and hulu for believing in me. And thank you, my team, for always supporting me. And thank you for all the crew and cast of Shogun. I’m so proud of you.
‘It was an east meets west dream project, with respect. And Shogun taught me that when people work together, we can make miracle. We can create a better future together. Thank you so much!’
In the series Sanada portrays Lord Yoshii Toranaga who is a powerful bushō and lord of Kantō. One of the five Regents ruling Japan on behalf of the late Taikō’s young heir. He is a descendant of the Minowara clan which once ruled over Japan as shōguns. He possesses a brilliant mind for military and political strategy.
Shogun earned 18 Emmys throughout the different award events including Best Directing, Best Stunt Performance, Best Period Costumes, and even a Best Guest Actor in a Drama for Nestor Carbonell.
Just before that Anna Sawai had her shining moment in the Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series category
The 32-year-old Japanese actress and singer beat out a very talented and star-studded field including: Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show, Carrie Coon, The Gilded Age, Maya Erskine, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Imelda Staunton, The Crown, and Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show
She said: ‘I was crying before my name was announced. I’m a mess today. Thank you to the academy for naming me alongside my fellow nominees, whose work I have grown — I grew up watching and love. Thank you so John langraff and the whole FX team for believing in our story’
In the series Anna portrays Toda Mariko who is an intelligent highborn woman with strong loyalty to Lord Yoshii Toranaga. She is a Catholic convert who serves as a translator between Toranaga and the aforementioned Pilot Major John Blackthorne
Hiroyuki Sanada also had his shining moment as he triumphed in the Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series category
The 63-year-old Japanese actor earned the win over Donald Glover, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Walton Goggins, Fallout, Idris Elba, Hijack, Gary Oldman, Slow Horses, and Dominic West, The Crown
He concluded: ‘It was an east meets west dream project, with respect. And Shogun taught me that when people work together, we can make miracle. We can create a better future together. Thank you so much!’
In the series Sanada portrays Lord Yoshii Toranaga who is a powerful bushō and lord of Kantō. One of the five Regents ruling Japan on behalf of the late Taikō’s young heir. He is a descendant of the Minowara clan which once ruled over Japan as shōguns. He possesses a brilliant mind for military and political strategy
Elizabeth Debicki was recognized for her work as Princess Diana in The Crown as she earned top honor Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series.
The 34-year-old Australian actress took the honor over: Christine Baranski, The Gilded Age, Nicole Beharie, The Morning Show, Greta Lee, The Morning Show, Lesley Manville, The Crown, Karen Pittman, The Morning Show, and Holland Taylor, The Morning Show.
The star was emotional as she said: ‘Wow. I didn’t write anything down because I’m very superstitious and now I’m in a real pickle, so I’m going to do this quickly. Peter, thank you. Thank you for making this show, and thank you for trusting me with this.
‘To our producers, thank you for working so hard. Deb, my hair and makeup, amazing woman who transformed me every day. Kate and Emily, who created the hair and makeup. I love you. Our cast are so beautiful. It is such a gift to work with you. Gosh.’
Elizabeth Debicki was recognized for her work as Princess Diana in The Crown as she earned top honor Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series
The 34-year-old Australian actress took the honor over: Christine Baranski, The Gilded Age, Nicole Beharie, The Morning Show, Greta Lee, The Morning Show, Lesley Manville, The Crown, Karen Pittman, The Morning Show, and Holland Taylor, The Morning Show.
She finished the speech by thanking the former Princess of Wales and praising her for all that she accomplished in her 36 years of life
Elizabeth said: ‘Playing this part based on this unparalleled, incredible human being has been my great privilege. It has been a gift. Thank you so very much’
She showcased her first ever Emmy trophy in the press room
She portrayed Diana, Princess of Wales – born Lady Diana Frances Spencer – toward the end of her life as she split from Charles, Prince of Wales (now King Charles) navigated being mother to Princes William and Harry, went through a publicly-scrutinized new romance with Dodi Fayed, and ultimately perished in a Paris car crash on August 31, 1997
She finished the speech by thanking the former Princess of Wales and praising her for all that she accomplished in her 36 years of life.
Elizabeth said: ‘Playing this part based on this unparalleled, incredible human being has been my great privilege. It has been a gift. Thank you so very much.’
She portrayed Diana, Princess of Wales – born Lady Diana Frances Spencer – toward the end of her life as she split from Charles, Prince of Wales (now King Charles) navigated being mother to Princes William and Harry, went through a publicly-scrutinized new romance with Dodi Fayed, and ultimately perished in a Paris car crash on August 31, 1997.
Baby Reindeer was a massive winner with four in the limited and anthology series categories as it earned top honor Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series in addition to three major awards with wins for Richard Gadd and Jessica Gunning including two for the leading man.
Gunning earned a coveted win in the Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series category for her incredible performance in Baby Reindeer.
The 38-year-old Holmfirth-native triumphed over Dakota Fanning, Ripley, Lily Gladstone, Under the Bridge, Aja Naomi King, Lessons in Chemistry, Diane Lane, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans, Nava Mau, Baby Reindeer, and Kali Reis, True Detective: Night Country.
Gunning accepted the honor by saying: ‘Oh, my goodness. Thank you so much. I honestly feel like I’m going to wake up any minute now. This whole thing has been a dream. Thank you. I’m so incredibly grateful. I want to say a huge thank you to everybody who let me, really. Netflix, Nina gold casting.
‘Our amazing directors. The show wouldn’t be what it is if it weren’t for you and our incredible cast and crew. I look forward to working with you every day. Switching the twos, as we say. Thank you so much to my agents. Thank you so frankly butler and Alice and everyone. All that you are and all that you do. All my friends and family that I love more than anything.’
Jessica Gunning earned a coveted win in the Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series category for her incredible performance in Baby Reindeer
The 38-year-old Holmfirth-native triumphed over Dakota Fanning, Ripley, Lily Gladstone, Under the Bridge, Aja Naomi King, Lessons in Chemistry, Diane Lane, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans, Nava Mau, Baby Reindeer, and Kali Reis, True Detective: Night Country
The talented actress concluded her speech by thanking Gadd whose story the limited series is based on as she said: ‘My biggest thanks has to go to Mr. Richard Gadd. I tried so many times to put into words what working on Baby Reindeer meant to me, and I fail every time, so I’m going to sing. No imagine. I’ll keep it simple and just say thank you for trusting me to be your Martha. ‘I will never ever forget her or you or this. It really means a lot’
In the Netflix series Gunning portrays Martha Scott who is a former lawyer with a criminal past obsessed with Gadd’s character
The talented actress concluded her speech by thanking Gadd whose story the limited series is based on.
She said: ‘My biggest thanks has to go to Mr. Richard Gadd. I tried so many times to put into words what working on Baby Reindeer meant to me, and I fail every time, so I’m going to sing. No imagine. I’ll keep it simple and just say thank you for trusting me to be your Martha.
‘I will never ever forget her or you or this. It really means a lot. Thank you, reindeer, and thank you for this. I’m thrilled. Thank you.’
In the Netflix series Gunning portrays Martha Scott who is a former lawyer with a criminal past obsessed with Gadd’s character.
Gadd, 35, who starred, wrote, directed, and created the highly-popular Netflix series earned two wins in the Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series and Writing For A Limited Or Anthology Series categories.
The comedian beat out an impressive field for the acting gong as he won over Matt Bomer, Fellow Travelers, Jon Hamm, Fargo, Tom Hollander, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans, and Andrew Scott, Ripley.
During his acceptance speech he praised one of his fellow nominees profusely as he said: ‘You’re all crazy, honestly. Thank you. Thank you so much. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting this one at all, and I didn’t prepare. I’m not Jon Hamm. I’m your biggest fan, as I told you last night over and over again. Thank you.
‘Thank you to the directors, Veronica and Josephine. Thanks to all the people I mentioned previously as well. I’d like to thank my mom and dad, a glaring omission from the previous one as well. They’re the best. We’ve had trying times as a family and they have been there for me, a constant course of love and support. They never ever told me what I needed to do with my life and they never told me what I needed to be. I think that’s the greatest gift a parent can give a child. They always said follow your heart and the rest will fall into place. I think that’s good advice. Follow your heart and the rest will fall into place. Thank you.’
For the Writing For A Limited Or Anthology Series categories prize he won over Charlie Brooker – Black Mirror, Noah Hawley – Fargo. Ron Nyswaner – Fellow Travelers, Steven Zaillian – Ripley, and Issa López – True Detective: Night Country.
Richard Gadd, 35, who starred, wrote, directed, and created the highly-popular Netflix series earned two wins in the Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series and Writing For A Limited Or Anthology Series categories
He won over Charlie Brooker – Black Mirror, Noah Hawley – Fargo. Ron Nyswaner – Fellow Travelers, Steven Zaillian – Ripley, and Issa López – True Detective: Night Country
He concluded his speech saying: ‘Look, ten years ago, I was down and out, right? I never ever thought I would get my life together. I never thought I would be able to rectify myself and get myself back on my feet again. Here I am just a decade later picking up one of the biggest awards in television, yeah. Now, I don’t mean that — I don’t mean that to sound arrogant. I mean that for anyone going through a difficult time right now to persevere. I don’t know much about this life. But I do know nothing lasts forever. And no matter how bad it gets, it always gets better. If you are struggling, keep Keep going. And I promise you things will be okay. Thank you so much for this award’
The comedian beat out an impressive field for the acting gong as he won over Matt Bomer, Fellow Travelers, Jon Hamm, Fargo, Tom Hollander, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans, and Andrew Scott, Ripley
During his acceptance speech he praised one of his fellow nominees profusely as he said: ‘You’re all crazy, honestly. Thank you. Thank you so much. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting this one at all, and I didn’t prepare. I’m not Jon Hamm. I’m your biggest fan, as I told you last night over and over again. Thank you’
He finished the trifecta of his acceptance speeches with the top honor Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series which beat triumphed over Fargo, Lessons in Chemistry, Ripley, and True Detective: Night Country
He concluded: ‘But I do believe no slump was ever broken without willingness to take risks. I think if “Baby reindeer” has proved anything is that there is no net formula to this. ‘You don’t need big stars, long-running series to have a hit. Really, really, the only constant across any success in television is good story telling. Good story telling that speaks to our times. So take risks, push boundaries, explore the uncomfortable, dare to fail in order to achieve. Thanks so much for this award’
Baby Reindeer follows writer and performer Gadd’s warped relationship with a female stalker and the impact it has on him as he is ultimately forced to face a deep, dark buried trauma
Gadd’s speech was inspiring as he said: ‘Oh, wow. Thanks so much. This is the stuff of drinks. Thanks so much to the academy. Thank you to Netflix for letting me tell the story to the world. Thank you to Petra, my brothers Matt and Ed. Thank you to all the amazing cast and crew, my amazing cast and team.
‘Look, ten years ago, I was down and out, right? I never ever thought I would get my life together. I never thought I would be able to rectify myself and get myself back on my feet again. Here I am just a decade later picking up one of the biggest awards in television, yeah. Now, I don’t mean that — I don’t mean that to sound arrogant. I mean that for anyone going through a difficult time right now to persevere. I don’t know much about this life. But I do know nothing lasts forever. And no matter how bad it gets, it always gets better. If you are struggling, keep Keep going. And I promise you things will be okay. Thank you so much for this award.’
He finished the trifecta of his acceptance speeches with the top honor Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series which beat triumphed over Fargo, Lessons in Chemistry, Ripley, and True Detective: Night Country.
Gadd said: ‘Yeah. Thank you so much. This is unbelievable. Let me introduce it to everyone. To our wonderful directors, wonderful cast and director. Amazing cast. I can’t believe I forgot to thank you guys. Look, you know, I know the industry is in a slump right now, and I know that it might force or put pressure on networks and stuff to tighten the pursestrings and broaden the slate. But I do believe no slump was ever broken without willingness to take risks. I think if “Baby reindeer” has proved anything is that there is no net formula to this.
‘You don’t need big stars, long-running series to have a hit. Really, really, the only constant across any success in television is good story telling. Good story telling that speaks to our times. So take risks, push boundaries, explore the uncomfortable, dare to fail in order to achieve. Thanks so much for this award.’
Baby Reindeer follows writer and performer Gadd’s warped relationship with a female stalker and the impact it has on him as he is ultimately forced to face a deep, dark buried trauma.
Jennifer’s mermaid inspired Oscar de la Renta gown featured pearls throughout – embellished in a shell-shaped design
The Friends star showcased her chiseled arms and her fit form in the clingy gown, paired with cream colored heels
Selena Gomez brought the glamour in a striking black and silver custom Ralph Lauren gown
The actress and singer – who stars on Only Murders in the Building – wowed in the shimmery gown, adding sleek, center parted locks and diamond earrings
Selena showcased her figure in the form-fitting black gown, accented with silver along the neckline
Sofia, 52, looked like a red carpet siren in her bold hued crimson strapless frock; the Modern Family star’s gown had ruched accents and a striking neckline
Famous father and son duo Eugene and Dan Levy kicked off the event as co-hosts.
The duo had some hilarious quips as they teamed up for the first time since they were on critically acclaimed sitcom Schitt’s Creek.
Before the event, television’s biggest stars glammed it up on the red carpet outside of the Peacock Theatre.
Jennifer Aniston, 55, dazzled in a strapless pearl hued Oscar de la Renta gown, paired with a Tiffany & Co. diamond bracelet and her signature sleek locks – leading the way for best dressed on the red carpet.
Dakota Fanning shimmered in her strapless gold Armani Prive dress – which had delicate pearl embellishments throughout and a ruched neckline
Reese Witherspoon looked lovely in a black and gold strapless gown with floral accents. She is wearing Dior
She wore a statement necklace, rings and delicate earrings
Kristen Wiig donned a woven gold strapless Oscar de la Renta gown with a jagged neckline and hemline while Candice Bergen chose a long-sleeved high-neck gold frock
Lily Gladstone’s gown had a copper hued plate across her chest; the rest of the gown was a black velvet fabric. Lily is wearing Rodarte
Eiza Gonzalez and Rita Ora both opted for similar looks – pink strapless gown with feathered capes worn off the shoulders. They are both wearing Tamara Ralph
Rita pictured with husband Taika Waititi on the red carpet
Aja Naomi King also chose pink for the red carpet, looking gorgeous in the ruched gown with a floral accented neckline and an asymmetrical hemline. She is wearing Giambattista Valli
Meryl Streep and Hannah Einbinder both opted for pink looks – with Meryl opting for a soft pink set and Hannah in a dusty rose hued gown
Amber Chardae Robinson chose a hot pink gown with three dimensional sleeves – featuring floral embellishments
Ayo Edebiri looked lovely in a patterned orange, black and white strapless gown with black strappy heels. She is wearing custom Bottega Veneta
Selena Gomez also brought the glamour in a striking black and silver custom Ralph Lauren gown, with a criss-cross halter neckline that featured sparkling embellishments.
The 32-year-old actress and singer – who stars on Only Murders in the Building – wowed in the shimmery gown, adding Tiffany & Co diamond earrings, rings and bracelet.
Sofia Vergara, 52, sizzled in a crimson hued form-fitting custom Dolce and Gabbana gown, highlighting her incredible hourglass figure.
Jennifer’s mermaid inspired Oscar de la Renta gown featured pearls throughout – embellished in a shell-shaped design.
The Friends star showcased her chiseled arms and her fit form in the clingy gown, paired with cream colored heels.
The actress added two diamond rings and a massive diamond bracelet, with her long blonde highlighted locks loose around her.
Naomi Watts looked elegant in her strapless emerald hued gown, adding orange pink lipstick and her short hair styled with a deep side part
Naomi held hands with husband Billy Crudup; the actors tied the knot in June 2023 after dating for six years
Liza Colón-Zayas dazzled in a green off-the-shoulder gown with ruched accents while Reba McEntire donned an emerald suit with an elaborate design
Da’Vine Joy stood out in a bright yellow frock with a hood and asymmetrical sleeves
Sarah Paulson gown had blue, white and black tones with a unique silhouette
Jessica Gunning and Brie Larson donned blue and black hued numbers. Brie is wearing Chanel
Laura Dern wore an off-the-shoulder black frock with a striking necklace featuring teal and red gems
Janel Moloney wore a dark purple sequin number with off-the-shoulder sleeves
Maya Erskine chose a cream and white floral gown with ruffled accents
Selena showcased her figure in the form-fitting black custom Ralph Lauren gown, accented with silver along the neckline.
The gown had a slight train, perfectly complimented with Tiffany & Co jewels.
Sofia looked like a red carpet siren in her bold hued crimson strapless custom Dolce and Gabbana frock; the Modern Family star’s gown had ruched accents and a striking neckline.
The brunette beauty’s incredible curves were on full display in the skintight number.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson looked dapper in a blue suit with a matching tie
Andrew Scott and Walton Goggins both opted to forgo a tie or bowtie, wearing a partially unbuttoned shirt with a blazer and trousers
Andrew Scott and Walton Goggins both opted to forgo a tie or bowtie, wearing a partially unbuttoned shirt with a blazer and trousers
Paul W. Downs and Gael Garcia Bernal looked dapper in their suits
Bowen Yang donned white trousers and blazer, adding a red and white top
Dakota Fanning shimmered in her strapless gold Armani Prive fall 2024 couture collection dress – which had delicate pearl embellishments throughout and a ruched neckline.
The former child star paired the ethereal gown with loose and slightly wavy hair and minimal jewelry for an understated yet elegant look.
Reese Witherspoon looked lovely in a black and gold strapless Dior gown with floral accents; She wore a statement necklace, rings and delicate earrings.
Elizabeth Debicki, Mindy Kaling, Quinta Brunson and Laverne Cox chose elegant black dresses for the awards show.
76th Primetime Emmy Awards WINNERS – full list
Outstanding Drama Series
The Crown
Fallout
The Gilded Age
The Morning Show
Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Shōgun – WINNER
Slow Horses
3 Body Problem
The Crown was one of the shows nominated in the category Outstanding Drama Series; Imelda Staunton is pictured
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series
Donald Glover, Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Walton Goggins, Fallout
Hiroyuki Sanada, Shōgun – WINNER
Dominic West, The Crown
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series
Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show
Carrie Coon, The Gilded Age
Maya Erskine, Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Anna Sawai, Shо̄gun – WINNER
Reese Witherspoon, The Morning Show
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series
Tadanobu Asano, Shōgun
Billy Crudup, The Morning Show – WINNER
Mark Duplass, The Morning Show
Jon Hamm, The Morning Show
Takehiro Hira, Shōgun
Jack Lowden, Slow Horses
Jonathan Pryce, The Crown
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series
Christine Baranski, The Gilded Age
Nicole Beharie, The Morning Show
Elizabeth Debicki, The Crown – WINNER
Greta Lee, The Morning Show
Karen Pittman, The Morning Show
Holland Taylor, The Morning Show
Outstanding Comedy Series
Abbott Elementary
Hacks – WINNER
The Bear
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Reservation Dogs
Only Murders in the Building
Palm Royale
What We Do in the Shadows
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series
Larry David, Curb Your Enthusiasm
Steve Martin, Only Murders in the Building
Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building
Matt Berry, What We Do in the Shadows
Jeremy Allen White, The Bear – WINNER
D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Reservation Dogs
From left, Selena Gomez, Martin Short and Steve Martin in Only Murders in the Building. They were all Emmy nominated
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series
Ayo Edebiri, The Bear
Jean Smart, Hacks – WINNER
Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary
Selena Gomez, Only Murders in the Building
Kristen Wiig, Palm Royale
Maya Rudolph, Loot
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series
Carol Burnett, Palm Royale
Liza Colón-Zayas, The Bear – WINNER
Hannah Einbinder, Hacks
Janelle James, Abbott Elementary
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Abbott Elementary
Meryl Streep, Only Murders In The Building
Outstanding Supporting Actor An A Comedy Series
Lionel Boyce, The Bear
Paul W. Downs, Hacks
Ebon Moss-Bachrach, The Bear – WINNER
Paul Rudd, Only Murders In The Building
Tyler James Williams, Abbott Elementary
Bowen Yang, Saturday Night Live
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Fargo
Lessons in Chemistry
Ripley
True Detective: Night Country
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series
Matt Bomer, Fellow Travelers
Richard Gadd, Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Jon Hamm, Fargo
Tom Hollander, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans
Andrew Scott, Ripley
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series
Jodie Foster, True Detective: Night Country – WINNER
Brie Larson, Lessons in Chemistry
Juno Temple, Fargo
Sofia Vergara, Griselda
Naomi Watts, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series
Jonathan Bailey, Fellow Travelers
Robert Downey Jr., The Sympathizer
Tom Goodman-Hill, Baby Reindeer
John Hawkes, True Detective: Night Country
Lamorne Morris, Fargo – WINNER
Lewis Pullman, Lessons in Chemistry
Treat Williams, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans
Sofia Vergara has received an Emmy nomination for Lead Actress In A Limited Series for her role in the Netflix series, Griselda
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series
Dakota Fanning, Ripley
Lily Gladstone, Under the Bridge
Jessica Gunning, Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Aja Naomi King, Lessons in Chemistry
Diane Lane, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans
Nava Mau, Baby Reindeer
Kali Reis, True Detective: Night Country
Outstanding Animated Series
Blue Eye Samurai
Bob’s Burger
Scavengers Reign
The Simpsons
X-Men ‘97
Outstanding Television Movie
Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie
Quiz Lady
Red, White & Royal Blue
Scoop
Unfrosted
Scripted Variety Series
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver – WINNER
Saturday Night Live
Talk Series
The Daily Show – WINNER
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Late Night With Seth Meyers
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
Variety Special (live)
The Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show Starring Usher
66th Grammy Awards
The Greatest Roast Of All Time: Tom Brady
The Oscars
The 76th Annual Tony Awards
Variety Special (pre-recorded)
Billy Joel: The 100th Live at Madison Square Garden
Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer
Dick Van Dyke 98 Years Of Magic
Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die
Trevor Noah: Where Was I
Directing For A Drama Series
Stephen Daldry – The Crown
Mimi Leder – The Morning Show
Hiro Murai – Mr & Mrs Smith
Frederick EO Toye – Shōgun – WINNER
Saul Metzstein – Slow Horses
Salli Richardson-Whitfield – Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
Directing For A Comedy Series
Randall Einhorn – Abbott Elementary
Christopher Storer – The Bear – WINNER
Ramy Youssef – The Bear
Guy Ritchie – The Gentlemen
Lucia Aniello – Hacks
Mary Lou Belli – The Ms Pat Show
Directing For A Limited Or Anthology Series
Weronika Tofilska – Baby Reindeer
Noah Hawley – Fargo
Gus Van Sant – Feud: Capote vs The Swans
Millicent Shelton: Lessons in Chemistry
Steven Zaillian – Ripley – WINNER
Issa López – True Detective: Night Country
Jennifer Aniston, pictured, and Reese Witherspoon were nominated in the same category for The Morning Show
Writing For A Drama Series
Peter Morgan and Meriel Sheibani-Clare – The Crown
Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner – Fallout
Francesca Sloane and Donald Glover – Mr & Mrs Smith
Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks – Shōgun
Rachel Kondo and Caillin Puente – Shōgun
Will Smith – Slow Horses – WINNER
Writing For A Comedy Series
Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary
Christopher Storer – The Bear
Meredith Scardino and Sam Means – Girls5eva
Lucia Aniello, Paul W Downs and Jen Statsky – Hacks – WINNERS
Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider – The Other Two
Jake Bender and Zach Dunn – What We Do in the Shadows
Jon Hamm was nominated for his work on Fargo
Writing For A Limited Or Anthology Series
Richard Gadd – Baby Reindeer – WINNER
Charlie Brooker – Black Mirror
Noah Hawley – Fargo
Ron Nyswaner – Fellow Travelers
Steven Zaillian – Ripley
Issa López – True Detective: Night Country
Writing For A Variety Series
The Daily Show
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Saturday Night Live
Outstanding Reality Competition Program
The Amazing Race
RuPaul’s Drag Race
Top Chef
The Traitors – WINNER
The Voice
