Mon Sep 16 15:14:22 UTC 2024: ## Meryl Streep Makes Emmys Buzz, Not for Awards but for a Jockstrap Joke

Meryl Streep, the iconic actress, stole the show at the 2024 Emmys, but not for her performance in “Only Murders in the Building.” Instead, it was her reaction to a rather off-color joke from “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” stars Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson that had everyone talking.

While presenting the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, McElhenney and Olson compared the role of a supporting actress to a jockstrap. The camera then cut to Streep, who looked visibly uncomfortable, mouthing “Oh God.”

Social media users were divided on the joke’s appropriateness, with some finding it cringeworthy while others enjoyed Streep’s reaction.

Beyond the jockstrap joke, Streep sparked further interest with her rumored romance with fellow “Only Murders in the Building” star Martin Short. The two were seen laughing and looking cozy throughout the ceremony, fueling dating rumors that have been circulating since the Golden Globes earlier this year. However, both Short and Streep’s representatives have maintained that their relationship is strictly platonic.

Despite Streep’s lack of individual awards, “Only Murders in the Building” received 21 Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Comedy Series. Selena Gomez was nominated for her performance, while Steve Martin was nominated for his role in the series. While neither won their categories, the show’s widespread recognition cemented its status as a popular and critically acclaimed television program.

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