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Emmys Snubs and Surprises 2026: Jon Hamm, Ariana Madix and More
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Jonathan Tropper’s satire "Your Friends & Neighbors" received a surprise drama series nomination for its second season, earning Apple TV three nominations in the category, tying with HBO.
- Despite the show's acclaim, star Jon Hamm was notably snubbed from the drama actor category.
- Yahya Abdul-Mateen II earned an unexpected comedy actor nomination for his role as a struggling actor with a superpower, edging out favorites like Jeremy Allen White.
- Chase Infiniti received a surprising lead actress nod for "The Testaments," while Kathy Bates was omitted from the drama actress category despite previous favoritism.
- "The Amazing Race" was excluded from the reality competition nominees for only the second time since 2003, replaced by the return of "Dancing With the Stars," possibly due to changing viewer interests.
