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US TV awards: Series 'Hacks' sets nomination record at Emmys
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US TV awards: Series 'Hacks' sets nomination record at Emmys

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The comedy series "Hacks" has set a new Emmy nomination record with 24 nods, surpassing previous records held by "The Bear" and "The Studio."
  • Several actors, including Steve Carell, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Matthew Rhys, are nominated for their roles in various series.
  • The nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards were announced at the Wolf Theatre and the ceremony will take place on September 14.

The acclaimed comedy series "Hacks" has achieved a historic milestone at the Emmy Awards, securing a record-breaking 24 nominations. This impressive tally surpasses the previous record of 21 nominations held jointly by "The Bear" and "The Studio," cementing "Hacks" as a dominant force in television comedy.

In addition to the series' overall success, several individual performances are recognized. Steve Carell is nominated for his role in "Rooster," while Jamie Lee Curtis vies for an award for her performance in "The Bear." Michelle Pfeiffer also earned a nomination for her work in the series "Margo's Got Money Troubles." Furthermore, Matthew Rhys received 19 nominations for his role in the Apple TV+ series "Widow's Bay," marking a strong debut for the show.

The nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards were revealed at the Wolf Theatre by Emmy winners Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller, alongside Cris Abrego, the chairman of the Television Academy. The prestigious ceremony, where the winners will be announced, is scheduled to take place on September 14.

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