The Emmys actually didn't reach a new low in viewership for once

Ted Lasso
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Here's something you don't see too often: a modern awards show actually improved its viewership.

Nielsen reported Monday that Sunday's 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards drew about 7.4 million viewers, according to Deadline. That may not sound great, but after a few years of the ceremony's viewership sinking to embarassing new lows, it actually increased this time by about 16 percent.

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.