'Pluribus's' Rhea Seehorn Wins Emmy for Lead Actress in Drama
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Key Points:
- Rhea Seehorn won the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Drama Actress for her role as Carol Sturka on Apple TV’s "Pluribus," marking her first Emmy win after previous nominations for "Better Call Saul" and "Cooper’s Bar."
- In her emotional acceptance speech, Seehorn thanked the Television Academy, fellow nominees, creator Vince Gilligan, and the entire "Pluribus" team for their support and collaboration.
- "Pluribus" has been highly successful at the Emmys this year, with 18 nominations and four wins prior to Seehorn’s award, surpassing the acclaim of "Better Call Saul," which never won an Emmy despite 53 nominations.
- Seehorn’s performance in "Pluribus" has also earned her wins at the Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice Awards, and TCA Awards, along with a SAG-AFTRA nomination.
- The 78th Emmy Awards are being held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, hosted by Mariska Hargitay, with Apple TV leading in total wins so far this year.
