John Oliver's 'Last Week Tonight' Outshined SNL to Win First-Ever Scripted Variety Series Emmy
John Oliver’s “Last Week Tonight” triumphed over “Saturday Night Live” and “A Black Lady Sketch Show” to clinch the first Emmy for Outstanding Scripted Variety Series.
In a groundbreaking win at the Emmys, John Oliver’s “Last Week Tonight” outshined heavyweights like “Saturday Night Live” and “A Black Lady Sketch Show” to snag the first-ever award for Outstanding Scripted Variety Series. This victory not only marks a significant milestone for Oliver’s show but also signals a shift in the Emmy landscape.
The TV Academy’s introduction of the new category pitted “Last Week Tonight” against long-standing favorite “SNL,” ending its six-year winning streak. This win reflects not just the evolving nature of variety series but also underscores Oliver’s continued dominance in the realm of televised comedy and satire.
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