‘RAMY’ BAGS EMMY NODS
Ramy Youssef’s ‘Ramy’ holds promise in the comedy categories
The Morning Show and Ramy are among the series vying for Emmy nominations as TV’s top honours strive to keep Hollywood’s awards tradition going despite the pandemic.
The 72nd prime-time Emmys are the first major entertainment honours to unfold amid the coronavirus’ disruption, and Tuesday’s virtual announcement makes clear how much improvising is required.
The nominations, typically unveiled with fanfare at the TV academy’s Los Angeles headquarters, will be announced online on Tuesday by host Leslie Jones (Saturday Night Live) and presenters Laverne Cox, Josh Gad and Tatiana Maslany.
Last year’s best series winners Game of Thrones and Fleabag called it a wrap, clearing the path for others to prevail. With the downtime forced on academy
TV voters by the virus, the field could include underdogs that benefited from more attention. Something else to look for: Whether recent social justice tumult affects the Emmys’ up-and-down record of ethnic and gender inclusivity in nominations and awards.
On the drama side, The Morning Show is aiming for best series and actress bids for Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. It’s the flagship entry from Apple TV+, one of the new kids on the increasingly competitive streaming block.
The Handmaid’s Tale, which took the best drama trophy in 2017, is vying for its third nomination in the category. Big Little Lies, last year’s winner for best limited series, is hunting for a drama series nod for its second season.
The comedy categories hold the promise of fresh faces, including the Muslim American series Ramy. Its star and cocreator, Ramy Youssef, earned a Golden Globe in January for his performance.