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Listen up, Emmy voters!
We know that its been one of the weirdest television years in history.
means that the TV Academy had better make up for that shameful dismissal.
Every note she hits doesnt just feel genuine, it feels like the product of years of life experience.
Dont forget the performances by rising stars, though, especially the unforgettable work that Shira Haas does inUnorthodox.
Matt Berry forWhat We Do in the Shadows
The second season of FXs vampire mockumentary was perfect.
Akili McDowell forDavid Makes Man
The TV Academy has long ignored performances from younger actors.
Its simply a group that, year after year, favors established veterans over newcomers.
McDowells performance is so strong, youll forget hes even acting.
Its an ensemble piece in every way, but it simply wouldnt work without Browning.
Every choice feels truthful in a way that makes her process look effortless.
Cynthia Erivo forThe Outsider
Richard Prices HBO adaptation of the blockbuster Stephen King novelThe Outsiderstarted promisingly enough.
The King atmosphere of consuming evil fit well with the crime writers dialogue and character work.
She also found warmth in a character that could have been ice cold.
Get on this bandwagon early.
He deserves an Emmy nomination to match.
Matthew Rhysfinallywon forThe Americansin its final season, in part because he had been ignored for so long.
This is your last chance to get it right, Emmy voters!
Jane Levy forZoeys Extraordinary Playlist
Comedy performances rarely get the attention they deserve.
Musical performances rarely get the attention they deserve.
Its a delicate balancing act.
Theodore Pellerin forOn Becoming a God in Central Florida
RememberOn Becoming a Godfrom last fall?
Its a performance thats much more layered and complex than most critics gave it credit for being.
Its tough to overlook a Marvel superhero.
Why not shake it up by recognizing Rudds surprise turn inLiving With Yourself?
Rhea Seehorn forBetter Call Saul
There always has to be one.
And yet, still nothing.
Do the same here, people!
