The 'SOGHUN' Series Breaks Emmy Record: Sweeps 14 Awards at Once!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: Bella Berlianti

The television series Shogun, which highlights the political intrigues of feudal Japan, has captured attention by winning 14 awards at the Creative Arts Emmys. This achievement breaks the record for the most Emmy wins by a TV series in a single season, surpassing John Adams, which won 13 awards in 2008. With the main Emmy night still to come on September 15, Shogun has the chance to add five more trophies.

The 2024 Creative Arts Emmy event at the Peacock Theater was a stellar night for many major series. In addition to Shogun, the series The Bear also won seven awards, including best guest actress for Jamie Lee Curtis. The winners of the night came from various categories, ranging from acting to production design, celebrating the best works in the industry.

Several creators like Benj Pasek and Justin Paul also achieved special status in the EGOT club after winning their first Emmy. This proves that the Emmy Awards not only celebrate individual achievements but also collaborations that have a significant impact on the entertainment world. Let's take a closer look!

1. Shogun Triumphs at the Creative Arts Emmy

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Los Angeles – The night at the Peacock Theater was highlighted when Shogun won 14 Emmys, setting a record for a single season of a TV series. The Creative Arts Emmy event, which took place over two nights, also awarded The Bear with seven trophies, including outstanding guest actress for Jamie Lee Curtis.

Shogun, which depicts political intrigue in feudal Japan, successfully surpassed the previous record held by John Adams with 13 Emmys in 2008. With an additional opportunity at the main Emmy event on September 15, Shogun still has a chance to add up to five more awards to their collection!

Néstor Carbonell won an Emmy for outstanding guest actor in a drama. Carbonell was very moved and amazed to see so many team members present. “You’re all here! You’re all nominated!” Carbonell exclaimed enthusiastically.

2. Curtis and Other Stars Shine

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Jamie Lee Curtis won her first Emmy for her performance in Fishes in The Bear. Curtis, who recently won an Oscar for Everything Everywhere All at Once, said, “I am the luckiest girl in the world.”

Benj Pasek and Justin Paul also joined the EGOT club after winning their first Emmy for a song in Only Murders in the Building. They had previously won an Oscar, Grammy, and Tony.

Michaela Coel won best guest actress in a comedy for Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

Siddharta Khosa, winner of best musical composition for Only Murders in the Building, acknowledged his inability to beat Shogun. “I didn’t write a speech because it’s impossible to beat Shogun tonight,” he said.

Maya Rudolph received her sixth Emmy for Big Mouth, while Angela Bassett earned her first Emmy for Queens. Don’t miss the recap of this event on FXX on September 14, and on Hulu the next day. Dan and Eugene Levy will host the Primetime Emmy Awards on ABC on September 15.

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