2017 Primetime Emmys Preview
by Arlissa Norman
The 2017 Primetime Emmys are almost underway and there has been
no shortage of press surrounding what the Television Academy got right... or
wrong this year. But with new hit shows like Stranger Things and Atlanta up against
category veterans like House of Cards and Black-ish, I think we can all agree
that this year is shaping up to be one of the most competitive Emmy seasons in
years.
And here at Young,
Bold, and Regal, we're especially excited to see that some of our personal
favorites have made the list. Tune in now as we countdown the top 5 things
we're looking forward to seeing at the 2017 Emmys.
Who Will Win Best Drama Series?
The Category for
Best Drama Series may be the toughest of the night with five of the seven slots
occupied by new shows. So who will come out on top? It could be The Handmaid's Tale. The Hulu
original has made a splashy debut with 13 total nominations including one for
our girl Samira Wiley for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. Or will it
be Netflix's break out hit, Stranger Things. With it's amazing cast and
suspense filled storyline, the sci-fi thriller has already become a cult
favorite after just one season. And we can't forget to mention NBC's This is
Us, the heartfelt drama has had us all in our feelings as we tuned-in each week
to laugh and cry (mostly cry) along with the Pearson Family. Honestly, I wish
the Academy luck because between those 3 alone, I can't decide who I want to
see take home the prize more!
Sterling K Brown
for Best Actor in Drama Series
But what I do know
is that I would love to see Sterling K Brown of This Is Us win for Best Actor
in a Drama Series. Sterling plays Randall Pearson a black kid who was adopted
by a white family. Season 1 chronicles Randall's experiences from childhood to
adulthood. And after tragically losing his adoptive Father at a young age,
Sterling's character takes us on an emotional roller coaster as he finally
establishes a relationship with his biological father only to have it come to
the same tragic end.
Sterling absolutely
deserves the recognition for his outstanding performance.
Donald Glover
While we are on the
topic of outstanding performers, we have to talk about the multi-talented,
Actor, Writer, Director, and ex-Rapper, Donald Glover. His hit comedy series
Atlanta, follows two cousins on the come up of the Atlanta rap scene. Already
in 2017, Donald has won the Golden Globe for his role as Earnest 'Earn' Marks
and is now Emmy nominated in the categories of Best Comedy Series, Best Actor
in a Comedy Series, Best Writing for Comedy Series, and Best Directing for
Comedy Series.
I mean all I can say is that this dude is crazy talented and
there is no way he is going home empty handed.
Tracee Ellis Ross for Best Actress in Comedy Series
Another comedienne hoping to go home with a golden statuette
or two is our absolute fav, Tracee Ellis Ross. Nominated for her role as 'Bow'
in ABC's Black-ish, this Queen has been killin' the game all year long. One of
only five Black women to ever be nominated in her category, Tracee is well
aware of the historical significance of her nomination.
Only one
Black woman as ever won and we're hoping that Tracee will be the second.
13th for Best Documentary or Non-Fiction Special
And speaking of historical significance we would be remised
if we failed to acknowledge the powerful piece of work that is 13th.
Directed by Ava DuVernay, this thought-provoking documentary features scholars,
activists, and politicians as they analyze the criminalization of African
Americans and the U.S. prison boom.
Spotlighting the injustices of the modern prison system and
its connection to the 13th Amendment, this documentary has ignited a
new dialogue surrounding a long-standing issue. With a total of 8 total
nominations,13th deserves every single one.
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