Emmys hires Jimmy Kimmel as host for September show that may or may not be virtual

Host Jimmy Kimmel speaks onstage during the 68th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 18, 2016 in Los Angeles, California

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published 16 June 2020

Could the 2020 Emmys be headed to Zoom?

ABC announced on Tuesday that Jimmy Kimmel has been hired to host the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards, which will still air on Sept. 20; the ceremony honoring the best in television hasn't been postponed from the previously-announced date like the Oscars.

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According to Variety, "among the scenarios being explored for an Emmys broadcast are a fully virtual version, as well as an in-person event that could still incorporate some virtual or other 'non-traditional' elements." A fully virtual version would make sense, as just this week, it was announced that the Creative Arts Emmys in September will take place virtually. There will also be a virtual Daytime Emmys later this month with "winners and special guests appearing from home," Deadline reports.

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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.

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