Why ‘Succession’ Rap ‘L to the OG’ Isn’t in the Hunt for an Emmy, and More on One of the TV Academy’s Weirder Categories

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeThe Television Academy’s decision to change the formula for the number of nominations in each category may have benefited the artisans and below-the-line talent on programs the most.While the number of comedy and drama nominees expanded to eight, all other categories had to rely on a submission count to determine how many slots they got. For most of the supporting performer categories, that also meant an expansion to eight.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeThe Emmy smackdown between Netflix and HBO has taken another dramatic turn. As the Television Academy announced the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards nominations on Tuesday morning, Netflix came out on top swinging with a whopping 160 nominations, followed by rival HBO in second at 107 nods.HBO still had reason to celebrate, however, as limited series “Watchmen” scored 26 nods, the most of any program.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeThe Daytime Emmys completed its third and final pandemic-delayed ceremony on Sunday night, with Amazon Prime Video, HBO and Netflix all landing six wins in the various children’s, lifestyle and animation awards handed out, while Disney Channel and sister network Disney Junior combined for a total of nine wins.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeSome years, it’s easy to predict Emmy nominations and winners. And then there’s 2020.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeProducer/director Reginald Hudlin, whose credits include the 2016 Oscars, will become the first-ever Black executive producer of the Primetime Emmys, Variety has learned exclusively.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeLocal public broadcaster KCET was once again the major winner at this year’s Los Angeles Area Emmys, and then, when combined with its sister station KOCE (“PBS SoCal”), the two outlets further dominated the awards. KCET won eight Emmys this year, the most of any station, followed by Univision’s KMEX-TV, which won five.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeNow that the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has mapped out its rescheduled awards ceremonies for the rest of the year, it’s ready to launch its dedicated online viewing platform for all of the Emmy Awards that it produces.

coronavirus pandemic continues to unfold, and as states begin to reopen across the country, sales of alcohol-based cleansers have skyrocketed because our «new normal» involves disinfecting our hands way more than usual.According to the World Health Organization, regular and thorough hand washing with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub can kill viruses that may be on your hands (not to mention grime, germs and bacteria you've picked up while running essential errands).

Colin Jost is hoping Bill Murray will forgive him for the secret he spilled in his new book.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeJai Rodriguez, one of the original stars of “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy,” has been tapped to host the second of this year’s three Daytime Emmy virtual ceremonies. This one, focusing on digital dramas, is set to live stream on Sunday, July 19, at 9 p.m.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeWhen Lynn Shelton died in May, she left behind a legacy that included directing episodes of programs such as “Little Fires Everywhere,” “The Morning Show,” “Dickinson,” “GLOW,” “Shameless,” “Fresh off the Boat,” “The Mindy Project,” “New Girl” and “Mad Men.” She also directed multiple Marc Maron standup specials, including this year’s “Marc Maron: End Times Fun.” However, Shelton has never been nominated for an Emmy — yet.

Chad Michael Murray shows off his muscular physique while going shirtless at the beach on Thursday (July 9) in Malibu, Calif.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeWith the debut of Quibi, the short form categories at the Emmys may never be the same.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeIt seems like every few years, the Television Academy reinvents the variety specials Emmy competition — and now, with an explosion in stand-up comedy on streaming platforms, it may have to rethink things once again.This year’s field of contenders in the variety special (pre-recorded) category is a hodgepodge of music showcases like Amazon Prime Video’s “Happiness Continues: A Jonas Brothers Concert Film,” Netflix’s “Ben Platt: Live From Radio City Music

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeCould this be the year that the Television Academy voters finally shake up the Emmy race? Given that this is a time in our history like no other, perhaps people are in a different mindset right now — and that could very well impact how they’re choosing nominees.What that might mean is a few surprises when the 2020 Emmy noms are finally announced July 28. At least, let’s hope so.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeThe Emmys are still on for Sept. 20, and besides host Jimmy Kimmel, there’s very little we know about how this year’s ceremony — to be broadcast on ABC — will be handled.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeThe Emmy race for variety talk series took a dramatic turn at the end of March, when the late-night shows all found themselves pivoting to a new, at-home format.

One Tree Hill was on the air, but that doesn't mean fans—or the cast—don't enjoy walking down and reliving every once in a while. This week, reminded everyone of his days as Lucas Scott by sending his old castmate , who played his love interest Peyton Sawyer one the show, a birthday message filled with sweet reminders of their time on the beloved CW series.