Emmys 2025: Shocking Snubs & Record-Breaking Nominations Revealed!
The 2025 Emmy nominations are in, and they're packed with surprises, snubs, and record-breaking achievements! Announced on Tuesday, July 15th, the nominations have sparked buzz and debate across Hollywood and beyond.
'Severance' Leads the Pack
Apple TV+'s psychological thriller 'Severance' dominated the nominations, securing a staggering 27 nods. This includes a nomination for Best Drama Series, where it will face stiff competition from critically acclaimed shows like 'Andor,' 'The Diplomat,' 'The Last of Us,' 'Paradise,' 'The Pitt,' 'Slow Horses,' and 'The White Lotus'.
Other Top Contenders
'The Penguin' followed closely behind with 24 nominations, while 'The Studio' and 'The White Lotus' each garnered an impressive 23. 'The Last of Us' earned 16 nominations, with 'Andor' and 'Hacks' securing 14 apiece. 'Adolescence,' 'The Bear,' and 'The Pitt' rounded out the top contenders with 13 nominations each. HBO and Max emerged as the platforms with the most nominations overall.
Snubs and Surprises
While many deserving actors and shows received recognition, the nominations also featured some notable omissions. Meghann Fahy (Sirens), Uzo Aduba (The Residence), and Colman Domingo (The Four Seasons) all earned nods, proving to be pleasant surprises. However, stars like Selena Gomez and Steve Martin (Only Murders in the Building), and series such as 'House of the Dragon,' '1923,' and 'Squid Game' were surprisingly absent from the list.
Record-Breaking Achievements
Kathy Bates, star of 'Matlock,' became the oldest nominee for best drama actress at 77, while Owen Cooper (Adolescence), at 15, is the youngest nominee for best supporting actor in a limited/anthology series or movie. Martin Scorsese and Ron Howard earned their first-ever acting Emmy nominations for guest appearances on 'The Studio,' and Harrison Ford landed his first Emmy nod for 'Shrinking'.
Comedy Category Heats Up
'The Studio' tied the record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series, matching 'The Bear's' haul from 2024. It will compete for Best Comedy Series against 'Abbott Elementary,' 'The Bear,' 'Hacks,' 'Nobody Wants This,' 'Only Murders in the Building,' 'Shrinking,' and 'What We Do in the Shadows'.