Allison Janney Wins Emmy for Supporting Actress in Drama
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Allison Janney won the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in "The Diplomat," marking her eighth career Emmy win and tying the all-time record for most Emmys won by a performer.
- Janney expressed surprise and gratitude during her acceptance speech, thanking the show's writer, director, cast, and particularly lead actress Keri Russell.
- This historic night also saw Jean Smart of "Hacks" tie the record with eight Emmy wins, joining Janney, Cloris Leachman, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
- Janney's previous Emmy wins include four for "The West Wing," two for "Mom," and one guest actress award for "Masters of Sex," with a total of 16 nominations to date.
- "The Diplomat" received multiple nominations this year, including drama series, lead actor, lead actress, writing, casting, and guest actor categories, while the 78th Emmys ceremony is hosted by Mariska Hargitay and aired on NBC and Peacock.
