Selena Gomez has earned her first Emmy nomination for her role as a lead actress in the comedy series ‘Only Murders in the Building’ on Hulu. This nomination is a significant achievement in Gomez’s acting career, previously known more for her role as an executive producer on the same show, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Gomez is competing in a tough category that includes Quinta Brunson from ‘Abbott Elementary’, Ayo Edebiri from ‘The Bear’, Maya Rudolph from ‘Loot’, Jean Smart from ‘Hacks’, and Kristen Wiig from ‘Palm Royale’. Her nomination highlights the critical acclaim for her performance in the popular comedy-mystery series.
‘Only Murders in the Building’ Receives 21 Emmy Nominations
The series, co-produced by Gomez alongside Steve Martin and Martin Short, has also received a total of 21 nominations at the upcoming 2024 Emmys. Known for its witty mix of humor and mystery, ‘Only Murders in the Building’ has been praised for its compelling storyline and the chemistry among its cast.
Apart from Gomez’s nomination for best lead actress, the show itself is in the running for best comedy series. It faces tough competition from other acclaimed shows like ‘Abbott Elementary’, ‘The Bear’, ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’, ‘Hacks’, ‘Palm Royale’, ‘Reservation Dogs’, and ‘What We Do in the Shadows’. This marks the third nomination for ‘Only Murders in the Building’ in this prestigious category.
Strong Ensemble Cast Earns Multiple Nominations
In addition to Gomez, her co-stars Steve Martin and Martin Short have been nominated for best actor in a comedy series, underscoring the exceptional performance of the ensemble cast. They are joined by Matt Berry from ‘What We Do in the Shadows’, Larry David from ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’, Jeremy Allen White from ‘The Bear’, and D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai from ‘Reservation Dogs’.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 2024 Emmys ceremony will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, September 15.
ABC will air the event from 8:00-11:00 p.m. ET/5:00-8:00 p.m. PT. The ceremony will also be available for streaming on Hulu the following day, bringing together television’s top talents to celebrate outstanding achievements in the industry.
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