The 73rd annual Emmy Awards celebrated diversity and inclusion, with numerous LGBTQ+ actors, directors, and creatives taking home coveted statuettes. The event, co-hosted by the father-son duo Eugene and Dan Levy, put queer talent in the spotlight throughout the evening.
Major Wins for LGBTQ+ Talent
'Baby Reindeer' Sweeps Limited Series Categories
The autobiographical Netflix miniseries "Baby Reindeer" emerged as a surprise hit, clinching several major awards:
- Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
- Lead Actor and Writing awards for bisexual creator Richard Gadd
- Best Supporting Actress for lesbian co-star Jessica Gunning
Alan Cumming's Double Victory
Bisexual actor Alan Cumming scored two wins for Peacock's "The Traitors":
- Outstanding Reality Competition Program
- Outstanding Host of a Reality or Reality Competition Show
Cumming's success in the hosting category ended RuPaul's eight-year winning streak for "RuPaul's Drag Race."
Jodie Foster's First Emmy
Jodie Foster secured her first acting Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series, recognizing her powerful performance in HBO's "True Detective: Night Country."
EGOT Achievement
Gay songwriter Benj Pasek, along with collaborator Justin Paul, achieved EGOT status (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) with their win for Best Original Song in "Only Murders in the Building."
Visibility and Recognition
- Greg Berlanti, recipient of the Governor's Award, delivered a moving speech on LGBTQ+ representation in television, highlighting the progress made since his early days in the industry.
- The red carpet featured a touching moment between trans actresses Nava Mau and Laverne Cox, emphasizing the growing visibility of trans performers in the industry.
Notable Mentions
- "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans" won for Outstanding Period Costumes.
- "Ripley," based on Patricia Highsmith's homoerotic novel, secured awards for directing, cinematography, sound editing, and visual effects.
The 73rd Emmy Awards showcased the increasing diversity in television, with LGBTQ+ talent making significant strides both in front of and behind the camera. As the industry continues to evolve, these victories highlight the importance of representation and the impact of queer voices in storytelling.