The Crown Claims the Crown at the Emmy
Netflix’s epic period drama shuffled past the competition, grabbing every award it had made the shortlist for – seven shiny trophies in total.
Drama Series Royalty
At last night’s ceremony (September 19), The Crown secured the revered Outstanding Drama Series honor while its Emmy‑festive crew also hit the acting jackpot. Olivia Colman, Josh O’Connor, Gillian Anderson, and Tobias Menzies all took home acting awards for their brilliant portrayals.
Peter Morgan says “Party Time”
Showrunner Peter Morgan mumbled a heartfelt thanks from his home in London and declared the team ready to party – but only for the night. “I’m… lost for words,” Morgan confessed, revealing he’d already line up another shoot for Monday. He promised a celebratory bash “for a minute” before the lights went back on on set.
Comedy’s Big Names
First‑place for Ted Lasso went to the Outstanding Comedy Series prize. Jason Sudeikis won the Lead Actor in a Comedy Series category, while Brett Goldstein and Hannah Waddingham each captured the Supporting Actor and Actress awards.
Limited Series Crowned
The Queen’s Gambit snagged Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, while Kate Winslet took home Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for her heartbreaking work in Mare of Easttown. Fans remember her emotional appearance that said, “It was this cultural moment and it gave people something else to talk about besides the pandemic.”
Personal Tributes
Co‑stars Evan Peters and Julianne Nicholson paid a heartfelt salute to Winslet, highlighting her supportive and masterful presence on set.
“Kate Winslet for being Kate Winslet,” Egon joked. Meanwhile, Julianne added, “You lead with care, intelligence, and love. If you had not called me in Philly, I’d have read the first two episodes, guessed the priest did it, and stayed home. Thanks for the reminder that I was part of this.”
Other Standouts
- Last Week Tonight – John Oliver wins Variety Talk Series for the sixth consecutive year.
- RuPaul – becomes the most Emmy‑awarded Black person in history with his 11th trophy for RuPaul’s Drag Race.
Host and Highlights
The ceremony was hosted by Cedric the Entertainer from LA Live in Los Angeles.
2021 Primetime Emmy Awards Winners (A Quick Recap)
- Outstanding Drama Series – The Crown
- Outstanding Comedy Series – Ted Lasso
- Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series – The Queen’s Gambit
- Lead Actor in a Drama Series – Josh O’Connor (The Crown)
- Lead Actress in a Drama Series – Olivia Colman (The Crown)
- Lead Actor in a Comedy Series – Jason Sudeikis (Ted Lasso)
- Lead Actress in a Comedy Series – Jean Smart (Hacks)
- Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie – Ewan McGregor (Halston)
- Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie – Kate Winslet (Mare of Easttown)
- Variety Talk Series – John Oliver (Last Week Tonight)
- Variety Special (Pre‑Recorded) – Hamilton
- Variety Special (Live) – Stephen Colbert’s Election Night 2020
- Television Movie – Dolly Parton’s Christmas On The Square
- Supporting Actor in a Drama Series – Tobias Menzies (The Crown)
- Supporting Actress in a Drama Series – Gillian Anderson (The Crown)
- Supporting Actor (Comedy) – Brett Goldstein (Ted Lasso)
- Supporting Actress (Comedy) – Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso)
- Supporting Actor (Limited) – Evan Peters (Mare Of Easttown)
- Supporting Actress (Limited) – Julianne Nicholson (Mare Of Easttown)
- Competition Program – RuPaul’s Drag Race
- Directing (Drama Series) – Jessica Hobbs (The Crown)
- Writing (Drama Series) – Peter Morgan (The Crown)
- Directing (Comedy Series) – Lucia Aniello (Hacks)
- Writing (Comedy Series) – Denise Petski (Hacks)
- Directing (Limited/Anthology) – Scott Frank (The Queen’s Gambit)
- Writing (Limited/Anthology) – Michaela Coel (I May Destroy You)
- Governor’s Award – Debbie Allen
