The critically acclaimed drama "The Pitt" is leading the pack at the upcoming Emmy Awards with a remarkable 25 nominations, including a nod for Outstanding Drama Series. The show’s success was further highlighted by its star, Noah Wyle, who secured a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, an award he also won previously.
The nominations were announced for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, where "The Pitt" solidified its status as a frontrunner. The series amassed a significant number of nods across various categories, reflecting its strong performance and critical reception.
Close on its heels is the comedy series "Hacks," which earned 24 nominations, including a bid for Outstanding Comedy Series. The show is recognized for its fifth and final season, with its stars receiving multiple nominations.
Other notable nominations include "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette" for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, and the Apple TV comedy-horror series "Widow's Bay," which garnered 19 nominations.
In the individual acting categories, Rhea Seehorn won Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for "Pluribus," while Noah Wyle took home the award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his role in "The Pitt." Allison Janney received the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for "The Diplomat."
For comedy, Jean Smart was awarded Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for "Hacks," and Kate O’Flynn won for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for "Widow's Bay." Stephen Root secured the win for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, also for "Widow's Bay."
In the limited or anthology series categories, Matthew Rhys won Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for "The Beast in Me." Carey Mulligan was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her role in "Beef."
The reality competition categories saw "The Traitors" win Outstanding Reality Competition Program, with Alan Cumming nominated for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program.
Broadcast network programming also received recognition, with "Saturday Night Live" earning 11 nominations. Among the other notable nominations were "The Gilded Age" and "Paradise" in the Outstanding Drama Series category, and "Abbott Elementary" and "Only Murders in the Building" for Outstanding Comedy Series.