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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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Opinion | The Emmys don’t work virtually

Opinion | The Emmys don’t work virtually

By Rachel Soloff, For The Pitt News • September 27, 2020
Despite the Television Academy’s best efforts, the Emmys just did not work because of the clunkiness of the format in a virtual setting.
The cast and crew of “Game of Thrones” accepting the Outstanding Drama Series award during the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Monday. (Brian van der Brug/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Emmys emulate Hollywood’s shortcomings

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • September 19, 2018
Emmys ratings dropped dramatically this year — proving that Hollywood has lost touch with everyday Americans on all sides of the political spectrum. This becomes more clear with every passing awards season.
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Viola Davis makes history at 67th Emmy’s

By Tarun Sathish / for The Pitt News • September 22, 2015

Viola Davis earned the spotlight at the 67th annual Emmy Awards show. After becoming the first black woman to win in the Outstanding Actress in a Drama category, Davis quoted Harriet Tubman before speaking...

Emmys ignore buzzy new shows, opt for more of same

Emmys ignore buzzy new shows, opt for more of same

By Britnee Meiser / Staff Writer • August 27, 2014

On Monday night, The Emmys disproved many of the consensus predictions — by honoring the same shows they’ve always honored. “Breaking Bad” and “Modern Family” came out on top at the 66th annual...

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