The 75th Emmy Awards have been postponed due to the ongoing Hollywood strikes, according to a person familiar with the postponement plans. The awards ceremony, originally set to air in September, will not take place as scheduled, with no new date announced yet.
The decision comes as approximately 65,000 SAG-AFTRA actors and 11,500 Writers Guild of America screenwriters continue their strikes, demanding better pay, a structured approach to residual payments, and protection against the use of artificial intelligence in the entertainment industry.
As a result of the strikes, actors and writers are not allowed to campaign for the Emmys or attend awards shows. Writers are also prohibited from working on awards shows until the strike is resolved.
Whenever the rescheduled Emmy Awards take place, HBO is expected to dominate the nominations. The network has received a staggering 74 nominations for three of its top shows: Succession, The White Lotus, and The Last of Us. Leading the comedy categories is the widely acclaimed Ted Lasso, with 21 nominations, including best comedy series and a nod for best actor Jason Sudeikis.
While viewers eagerly await news of the new Emmy Awards date, the strikes continue to impact the entertainment industry, shedding light on the issues faced by actors and writers in Hollywood. The ongoing demands for fair pay, structured residual payments, and protection from artificial intelligence utilization underline the pressing concerns within the industry.
As fans and industry professionals await further updates, it remains uncertain when the prestigious Emmy Awards, celebrating excellence in television, will finally take place. The strikes serve as a reminder of the challenges faced by those working behind the scenes in the entertainment world, shaping the future of the industry.
