Emmys: Guest Actor/Actress — Colman Domingo, Michael J. Fox, Shailene Woodley and Jamie Lee Curtis Lead Star-Studded Field
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- Colman Domingo is an early frontrunner for the guest actor in a drama Emmy, reprising his award‑winning role as Ali Muhammed on HBO Max’s “Euphoria”.
- Shailene Woodley is gaining momentum for the guest actress in a drama Emmy for her turn in Hulu’s “Paradise”, while veteran Merritt Wever and Elisabeth Moss also loom as strong contenders.
- Jon Bernthal is a leading contender for the guest actor in a comedy Emmy after his 2024 win on FX’s “The Bear”, facing competition from Michael J. Fox, Brett Goldstein, and Jeff Daniels of “Shrinking”.
- Eric Dane returns to “Euphoria” as Cal Jacobs, and his recent death may add an emotional factor for voters in the drama guest actor race.
- HBO Max continues to be a key platform for Emmy‑contending performances, with “Euphoria” supplying multiple guest‑acting nominations.
Why it matters: A win for any of the frontrunners—Colman Domingo, Shailene Woodley, Jon Bernthal—will boost their market value and draw attention to their series, while the crowded field and emotional narratives could shift voter preferences and affect future casting decisions.
