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For the second time this year, Hollywood gathered to celebrate some of their biggest stars.

The 2024 Primetime Emmys were hosted this past Sunday to honor the best in American television, recognizing shows which aired from June 1, 2023 until May 31, 2024. 

And what every award show has in common are its “moments”: some heartwarming, some laughable, and of course, some are just downright awkward.

Here are 11 of those puzzling moments from the 76th Emmys that were too awkward to ignore.

#1

John Oliver’s F-Bomb

As Oliver won the 2024 Emmy for Outstanding Scripted Variety Series, he gave an utterly chaotic speech, which included an homage to his dog, who has passed away. 

When the crowd played him off, he simply yelled “F–K YOU.”

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#2

Fans Argue “The Bear” Was Put In The Wrong Category

Fans Argue “The Bear” Was Put In The Wrong Category

The Bear scored 11 awards, breaking its own record, but fans online were quick to say the show should not have been placed in the comedy category.

“All those actors and actual comedies deserve better,” someone said. 

The show is one built on consequences and grief, but the show’s producers see it as a comedy.

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Nimitz
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just like The Martian. There may be moments to laugh, but f**k re-categorizing just because

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#3

Jean Smart Poking Fun At The Streaming Wars

When the American actress accepted her trophy for Best Actress in a Comedy Series, Jean took a moment to tease about the constantly changing names in streaming companies.

When thanking her crew, she said “HBO” before catching herself. “...Max,” she added. “I’m sorry. Just what we needed, another network!”

HBO Max, a streamer for HBO, was re-named as just Max, prompting lots of confusion.

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Danni
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She's a force! Bring more representation of more mature women to TV and movies!

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#4

Sofia Vergara Ignored An Emmy Staff Member

As the Colombian-American actress was walking the red carpet, a woman beside her appeared to have been trying to usher her away. Sofia, however, paid no attention and continued to take selfies.

The star was nominated for Actress in a Limited Series for her portrayal of Griselda Blanco.

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#5

Reality Star’s “Unrecognizable” New Look

Reality Star’s “Unrecognizable” New Look

Plane Jane from RuPaul’s Drag Race left all the red carpet onlookers puzzled.

The Boston native wore a skintight mini red dress with plumped lips and tattoos covering a vast majority of her body, and fans took to the Internet to express their reactions.

One said, “We have to stan I’m afraid.”

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#6

Lamorne Morris Telling Producers To “Shut Up”

Morris won his first-ever Emmy in the category “Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series” this past Sunday for his role in Fargo. 

During his acceptance speech, the star can be heard telling producers to “shut up” when they tried to hurry him off.

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#7

Tyler James Williams’ Cutoff Suit Certainly Showed A Lot

All night, people on X were talking about the actor’s arms, saying he “even had Robin Roberts stammering. Damn.”

Williams was nominated for Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series thanks to his role in Abbott Elementary.

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Not Who You Think
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good for him for doing something unique, especially since he could pull it off. (Just like he pulled the sleeves off his shirt. Ba-da-dum. Thank you I'm here all week. Don't forget to tip your waitress.)

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#8

Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s “Cringe” Mid-Ceremony Commercial

Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s “Cringe” Mid-Ceremony Commercial

The Bear star Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Kissing Booth’s Taylor Zakhar Perez did a sketch where the former said it was okay to drink at the Emmys, later elaborating on information about the drink.

Turns out, the entire sketch was a commercial for the whiskey “Johnnie Walker Blue Label.”

Moss-Bachrach had won an award for Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.

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Nimitz
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, cause what we need is advertisements for $300 bottles of scotch

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#9

“Scouring” Grindr Callout On X

“Scouring” Grindr Callout On X

RuPaul’s Drag Race star Amanda Tori took to social media to call out her co-star Dawn.

She wrote, “The way Dawn is next to me at the Emmys SCOURING Grindr idk whether to be proud or disgusted.”

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Cat Chat
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1 month ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That definition isn't what they meant with scouring. They meant, pouring through. Intently scrolling. Grinder would mean they are looking for close by matches whether to actually hook up later or just seeing who in the audience is on Grindr is unknown and irrelevant). The funny part is it seems like she is also pointing out that Dawn was scrolling while at the Emmys....then got on her own phone to post about it. 🤣 Edit... this was supposed to be in teply to @Serena

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#10

Hannah Einbinder’s Mom Tweets Her Very Strong Opinion

Hannah Einbinder’s Mom Tweets Her Very Strong Opinion

After Liza Colón Zayas beat Hannah Einbinder for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy, Hannah’s mom promptly wrote “F–K. THE. BEAR!!!!!!!!!!!” The tweet has since been deleted.

Einbinder was nominated for the same category in honor of her role in Hacks.

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Danni
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was ridiculous that the Bear was placed in the comedy category. so I get the anger she felt. it's not a comedy , many comedies were slighted because of this placement.

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#11

The Cast Of Rupaul’s Drag Race Reportedly Walked Out After Losing

When The Traitors won for Outstanding Reality Competition Program, the team of RuPaul’s Drag Race appeared to walk out and head towards the lobby after being nominated in the same category.

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Sweetie Dahling
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Appeared" is the clue here. People are allowed to get up and used the facilities without being called sore losers.

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