The Best Emmys Surprise Is That John Legend Is On the Verge of An EGOT

Television Is Still Doing Diversity Better Than Film

In one of the most deserving nods on the list, Sandra Oh’s nomination for Killing Eve is the first time an Asian-American actress has been nominated for a drama lead. Zazie Beets’s nomination for Atlanta in the supporting comedy actress category alongside Leslie Jones for SNL is the first time two African American women have been nominated in that category. Darren Criss, who is the odds on favorite to win for his turn in The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, would be the first time a Filipino-American would win in the Lead Actor, Limited Series or Movie category.

The Best Emmys Surprise Is That John Legend Is On the Verge of An EGOT

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