The Television Academy has suspended all For Your Consideration (FYC) events with a live audience amid concerns over the new coronavirus outbreak.
The Academy on Thursday released a statement noting the decision was based on recommendations from the California Department of Public Health and the New York Department of Health regarding COVID-19.
Moving forward, FYC events that had live audiences will be live-streamed or recorded without an audience. "This requirement is being implemented for the safety and health of ALL participants and is in effect for ALL Emmy For Your Consideration Events (throughout the country) during the entire FYC season (through June 14, 2020)," the statement read.
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