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'The White Lotus' stars Parker Posey and Patrick Schwarzenegger, drama actress predictions May 29, 2025

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Piper, YESSSSSS! It's true, 'The White Lotus' star Parker Posey is on The Awardist podcast, joined by her TV son, Patrick Schwarzenegger, for a wide-ranging conversation about navigating life after the show's premiere, discovering characters' fates, whether Victoria knew about her husband's illegal activity, how Saxon leads "with his dick," and more. Plus, Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the lead and supporting drama actress categories, we make the case for why 'The Rehearsal' oughta get a nod, and our weekly poll results.

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Aimee Lou Wood, Tramell Tillman, and more on EW's Awardist Drama Actors Roundtable May 28, 2025

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They have brought the drama this year on TV, and now Emmy contenders Aimee Lou Wood ('The White Lotus'), Tramell Tillman ('Severance'), Antony Starr ('The Boys'), Bradley Whitford ('The Handmaid's Tale'), Marisa Abela ('Industry'), and Sharon Horgan ('Bad Sisters') join EW Editorial Director and Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an in-depth conversation about their shows, characters, fan theories, and more.

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Darren Criss, Megan Hilty, more nominees on special Tony's episode May 27, 2025

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This Broadway season has been one of the most talked-about in years, delivering sensational shows and performances from the Great White Way. On this special episode of The Awardist, EW Sr. Writer Maureen Lee Lenker chates with nominees Darren Criss (Maybe Happy Ending), Megan Hilty (Death Becomes Her), Daniel Dae Kim (Yellow Face), Conrad Ricamora (Oh, Mary!), and Kara Young (Purpose) for a wide-ranging conversation about their shows, nominations, characters, and more.

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‘Nobody Wants This’ stars Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, Diddy trial obsession May 22, 2025

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Kristen Bell and Adam Brody quickly became a TV ‘it couple’ thanks to their Netflix comedy series ‘Nobody Wants This’ — they’re looking back on the first season, from the instant success to that ‘greatest kiss of all time’ and character dynamics, and teasing what’s to come in season 2. Plus, Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the lead and supporting comedy actor categories, and remember ‘Cheers’ star George Wendt, who died this week at age 76. And we discuss the obsession over celebrity court cases, like the current one involving Diddy, and reveal the results of our weekly Instagram poll.

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'Matlock' stars Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall, why an 'Andor' actress should get an Emmy nomination May 15, 2025

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After becoming the No. 1 new series of the 2024-2025 season, 'Matlock' stars Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall join Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an insightful and fun conversation about the new series — from Olympia's interrogation of a now busted Matty to all those clues we missed and Matty getting high. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the success of the series and why it works, as well as the series' chances for Emmys. EW editorial director Dalton Ross and sr. writer Maureen Lee Lenker stump for an 'Andor' actress they think oughta get a nod. And we reveal the results of our weekly Instagram poll.

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'Agatha All Along' stars Kathryn Hahn and Patti Lupone, inside the lead/supporting comedy actress categories May 08, 2025

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'Agatha All Along' stars Kathryn Hahn and Patti Lupone join Awardist host Gerrad Hall for a laugh-filled look back on their Marvel series — chatting about everything from understanding comics lore to those dropping swords, deaths, what it was like watching the 'Ballad of the Witches' Road' blow up, and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin breakdown the very competitive lead and supporting comedy actress categories, Kristen advocates for a drama actress she thinks oughta get a nod, and the results of our weekly Instagram poll asking EW followers their favorite TV witch.

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'Abbott Elementary' star Janelle James, 'Harry Potter' series star John Lithgow on J.K. Rowling controversy May 01, 2025

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The hilarious Janelle James sits down with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to chat about her expanded journey on season 4 of 'Abbott Elementary,' from her character's firing as principal to her potential new love life and her father re-entering her life. Plus, EW Editor-in-Chief Patrick Gomez joins Gerrad to discuss John Lithgow revealing criticism of his joining the 'Harry Potter' series amid backlash over author J.K. Rowling's anti-trans comments. Plus, Patrick shares who he thinks oughta get a nod for Best Reality Host, and we reveal the results of our weekly poll.

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‘Hacks’ stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder, on ‘The Last of Us’ set for shocking episode Apr 24, 2025

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Following their Beat Comedy Series win last year, can ‘Hacks’ do it again? Awardist host Gerrad Hall sits down with stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder to look back on their big win, reflect on that season 3 finale shocker, and break down the action so far in season 4. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin discuss the Academy’s decision to require members to see all nominees before voting, and — SPOILERS AHEAD — and they as well as EW Editor Nick Romano discuss that huge shocker on The Last of Us and its potential impact on the series’ Emmy chances.

The Last Of Us spoilers 7:16-12:43, 44:35 - 51:24

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'The Pitt' star Noah Wyle, Emmys reveal 2025 host Apr 17, 2025

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The doctor is in! Noah Wyle, star of one of the most talked about shows of the year, 'The Pitt,' talks to Awardist host Gerrad Hall about returning to the medical drama after so many years on 'ER' — his hesitations, the memories it brought back, going to medical boot camp again, how the pandemic inspired this series' focus on medical professionals, and more — as well as the complicated emotional state of his character, Dr. Robby, the devastating episode 4, which he wrote, and more. He also looks back on his guest-starring role on Friends with fellow ER star George Clooney and how that came about. Plus, EW Executive TV Editor Samantha Highfill joins Gerrad to chat about the reveal of this year's Emmys host, Nate Bargatze, the film academy's decision to award an Oscar for stunts, her pick for the show that oughta get a nod, and the results of our trivia question.

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'The White Lotus' finale reaction, 'Hacks' returns, and 'Pachinko' star Minha Kim Apr 10, 2025

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Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the season finale of 'The White Lotus,' including why Carrie Coon and Parker Posey were the MVPs and questions we were asking when it was all done. Plus, 'Hacks' is back for its fourth season, following its Best Comedy Series Emmy win for season 3. Kristen chats with the stars of one of her favorite series, which she named No. 1 of 2024, 'Pachinko' star Minha Kim. And we advocate for a member of the 'SNL' cast who we think Oughta Get a Nod — and share a Hot Take on why they should host the Emmys.

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