The 2016 Emmy Awards will crown the very best in television for the past year as trophies are handed out in dozens of categories from drama to comedy and everything in between.
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One of those who might have won an Emmy for red-carpet attire, if it was a category, was Kristen Bell, who wore a low-cut champagne chiffon ball gown with just enough sparkle running through its floral print. America Ferrera arrives at the 68th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
Louie Anderson was honored as best supporting actor in a comedy series for his portrayal of a loving but tough mom in “Baskets”.
“I want everyone to know that after careful consideration, I decided I’m going with Trump – which is why I’m saying we should get rid of all Hispanic and Muslim actors”, said award-winning comedian and writer Aziz Ansari.
“Saturday Night Live” cast member Kate McKinnon won the trophy for best supporting actress in a comedy for, officially, playing various characters.
Politics are historically popular with Emmy voters, and this year is no exception, with “Veep” and “House of Cards” joined by nominations for the HBO movies “All the Way” and the Anita Hill-Clarence Thomas story “Confirmation”.
Ex-presidential hopeful Jeb Bush made a surprise appearance as a limo driver in a televised opening joke sequence, asking host Jimmy Kimmel what it’s like to be nominated.
“And the more I learned about Marcia Clark, who dedicated herself to righting an unconscionable wrong, I’m glad to be able to stand here today in front of everyone and tell you, I’m sorry”, she said, apologizing for having initially misjudged the prosecutor.
Beck says there are no known credible threats to security in Los Angeles, but those attending Sunday’sEmmys in downtown Los Angeles should report any suspicious activity.
On the red carpet, Judith Light was being fully transparent when she told bleacher fans how hard it is to walk a red carpet in heels.
Veep, the United States version of The Thick Of It, has earned a string of nominations including best comedy series, best lead actress in a comedy series for its star Julia-Louis Dreyfuss and and outstanding direction in a comedy series for British comedian Chris Addison.
Jeffrey Tambor, who plays her transgender ex-spouse and is vying to repeat as best comedy actor, shared serious words about the series.
It’s “changing the landscape of television”. While he doesn’t think he’ll win, he has said that he’s prepared a hilariously scathing response to losing the award.
The networks do have some key players in contention, including “Empire’s” Taraji P. Henson, the limited series “American Crime” and ABC’s comedy tandem of “Modern Family” and “Black-ish” as well as the latter’s stars Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross.
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This story originally posted as “Game of Thrones Wins Best Drama Series Emmy Second Year in a Row” on TV Guide.
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There is a chance Netflix could win in the drama category with House of Cards, but with Game of Thrones and Downton Abbey also nominated, the race is tight.
