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November 13, 2024
HBO's Hacks Surprises with Emmy Win for Outstanding Comedy Series
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- HBO surprises with top program Emmy win for Hacks, beating out tough competition like The Bear
- Hacks, a Max original, won Outstanding Comedy Series with awards for Lead Actress and Writing
- Hacks' win brings recognition to talented individuals and showcases exceptional writing and performance
- HBO confirms updates on upcoming projects, including The White Lotus, The Last of Us, and Harry Potter series
Impact - Why it Matters
This news matters as it highlights HBO's unexpected win for Hacks at the Emmy Awards, revealing insights from the network's Chairman about the ongoing debate on categorizing shows as comedy or drama, and updates on upcoming HBO projects, including the anticipated Harry Potter series.
Summary
HBO surprised many by walking away with a top program Emmy for Hacks in the Outstanding Comedy Series category, beating FX's favorite, The Bear. This marked the first time that Hacks, a Max original, went head-to-head with The Bear, after a long break between seasons two and three. Hacks not only claimed the top prize for Comedy Series but also took home awards for Lead Actress (Jean Smart) and Writing (Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky).
Casey Bloys, Chairman and Chief Content Officer for HBO and Max, discussed Hacks' impressive win, also weighing in on the ongoing debate about categorizing certain shows as comedy or drama. He shared updates on several upcoming HBO projects, including The White Lotus, The Last of Us, and Harry Potter. While some fans expected the Harry Potter series to arrive sooner, Bloys confirmed that it might debut later than previously thought, potentially around 2026 or 2027.
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This curated news summary relied on this press release disributed by 24-7 Press Release. Read the source press release here, HBO's Hacks Surprises with Emmy Win for Outstanding Comedy Series
