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John Oliver Curses Out Emmys as He Eulogizes His Dead Dog: ‘Play Me Off Now!’

John Oliver spoke over the play-off music as he eulogized his dog while accepting the award for Outstanding Scripted Variety Series at the 2024 Emmys.

Dead pets made headlines this week thanks to former President Donald Trump’s bogus claim that Haitian immigrants were “ eating the dogs ” in Springfield, Ohio. At the Emmys on Sunday, John Oliver provided the perfect counter-programming as he eulogized his dog while accepting the trophy for Outstanding Scripted Variety Series. Last Week Tonight With John Oliver won against Saturday Night Live(the only other nominee) after winning the trophy for the first time at January’s delayed awards show.

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