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Emmys Cast Aways: Can Actors Like Robert Downey Jr. and Maya Rudolph Win If They’re the Only Nominations From Their Series?
Can Robert Downey Jr., Maya Rudolph, Idris Elba and Lily Gladstone win as the only Emmy nominees from their shows?
Though many expected more nods for HBO/Max’s “The Sympathizer,” particularly in technical categories like makeup, Downey Jr. is heavily favored by pundits to garner his first win 23 years after his first nom for the comedy “Ally McBeal.” However, he’s up against formidable opponents, including Critics Choice winner Jonathan Bailey for “Fellow Travelers” and the late Treat Williams, who was posthumously nominated for “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans.” Interesting note about “Feud,” it’s also one of three series to receive acting noms in each eligible acting race. Despite his talent, the English-born actor faces tough competition from frontrunner Hiroyuki Sanada (“Shōgun”) and potential spoilers Gary Oldman (“Slow Horses”) and Dominic West (“The Crown”). Rudolph is the most nominated actor at this year’s ceremony with four total — including for her work on “Big Mouth” (character voice-over) and “Saturday Night Live” (guest comedy actress and original music and lyrics).
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