How Selena Gomez Could Make Emmys History With ‘Only Murders in the Building’
variety.comClayton Davis Only two Latinas have been nominated at the Emmys in the lead actress comedy category in its 78-year history, and it’s no laughing matter.
But, this year, we could see the third with Selena Gomez in the mystery-comedy “Only Murders in the Building” from Hulu.Possibly following in the footsteps of Rita Moreno (who was nominated in 1983 for “9 to 5”) and America Ferrera (who won in 2007 for “Ugly Betty” and received another nom in 2008), Gomez’s role as Mabel Mora has been one of the bright spots of the show alongside comedic legends Steve Martin and Martin Short.
Overall, the comedy categories are undoubtedly the most competitive this season, with even the lead actress category seemingly stacked.
Nevertheless, Gomez will attempt to stay in the conversation alongside Jean Smart (“Hacks”), Rachel Brosnahan (“The Marvelous Mrs.
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