
Hannah Waddingham - “ Ted Lasso” (Apple TV+).Jessica Williams - “ Shrinking” (Apple TV+).Lukita Maxwell - “ Shrinking” (Apple TV+).Christa Miller - “ Shrinking” (Apple TV+).


Gabrielle Dennis - “ The Big Door Prize” (Apple TV+).Ally Maki - “ The Big Door Prize” (Apple TV+).Elizabeth Hunter - “ The Big Door Prize” (Apple TV+).Djouliet Amara - “ The Big Door Prize” (Apple TV+).Lisa Ann Walter - “ Abbott Elementary” (ABC).Sheryl Lee Ralph - “ Abbott Elementary” (ABC).Janelle James - “ Abbott Elementary” (ABC).All information is preliminary and is subject to change. Check back every Thursday for the latest updates. The Primetime Emmy nominations will be announced on July 12.

I also wouldn’t count out any of the sketch comedy performers such as Ego Nwodim and Cecily Strong from “Saturday Night Live” and Gabrielle Dennis and Skye Townsend, both impeccably funny and talented on HBO’s “A Black Lady Sketch Show,” a show that’s due for acting recognition.Įmmy Nominations voting runs from June 15-26. Gracing the cover of Variety recently, she’s undoubtedly in the hunt for her first major piece of recognition (and it would be warranted). That could give Janelle James, who plays the sometimes incompetent but always funny principal Ava, her chance to walk up onto the Emmy stage. However, in regards to “Abbott,” much like “Modern Family” executed a few times throughout its Emmy run, the TV Academy may feel inclined to reward someone new in such an incredible ensemble of actors. Depending on how much the TV Academy goes for the show, perhaps there’s room for more than one woman from the Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein-created comedy.Īs always, it won’t be easy with heavy hitters such as former winners Hannah Waddingham from her Apple counterpart “Ted Lasso” and last year’s winner Sheryl Lee Ralph from “Abbott Elementary.” In addition, her two co-stars - Christa Miller as the nosey neighbor Liz and Lukita Maxwell as Jimmy’s grief-stricken daughter - are also magnetic in their roles. Going from a correspondent on “The Daily Show” to delivering one of the best performances of any actor this year is a wonderful journey to witness. Imagining a supporting comedy actress lineup without her would be criminal. Her beautiful creation of the character provides the dramedy, which also stars contenders Jason Segel and Harrison Ford, the lifeblood and emotional backbone needed to navigate the series successfully. Weekly Commentary: Jessica Williams the lovable therapist and scene-stealing Gaby on Apple TV’s “Shrinking,” and completely steals the show. Janelle James for Variety JD Barnes for Variety
