Wed Sep 18 11:22:55 UTC 2024: ## The Bear Roars at the 2024 Emmys, Shogun Makes History
The 2024 Emmy Awards kicked off with a bang, showcasing the best of television with both established favorites and new contenders making their mark. The critically acclaimed FX series “The Bear” dominated the early comedy categories, taking home awards for Best Actor (Jeremy Allen White), Best Supporting Actor (Ebon Moss Bachrach), and Best Supporting Actress (Liza Colón-Zayas, the first Latina to win this award).
“The Bear” continued its winning streak at the Creative Arts Emmys, with Jamie Lee Curtis and Jon Bernthal winning for their performances in the show.
Meanwhile, FX’s “Shogun” dominated the drama categories, breaking the record for most Emmys won by a show in a single season with 14 awards at the Creative Arts ceremony. The historical drama, set in feudal Japan, has been nominated for 28 awards in total, including major categories like Best Drama Series, and could continue its winning streak at the main ceremony.
Other noteworthy wins included Elizabeth Debicki’s Best Supporting Actress in a Drama award for her portrayal of Princess Diana in “The Crown,” and Jean Smart’s third consecutive Emmy win for “Hacks,” making her a six-time Emmy winner.
The 2024 Emmys demonstrated the power of storytelling, celebrating the diversity and creativity shaping modern television. Whether it’s the heartwarming story of “The Bear” or the epic historical drama of “Shogun,” the awards showcased that great stories find their way onto the screen, regardless of platform. The ceremony emphasized the evolution of television and its ability to entertain and inspire audiences worldwide.
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