Unlike the 75th ceremony in January, which focused on cast reunions, this time the producers are mashing together iconic stars and their characters, past and present.
“So, we wanted to figure out a way to bring that nostalgia to the show on Sunday without doing the exact same thing.
“Probably not, but there’s ‘Reno 911!’ We wanted to cover the gamut of all kinds of TV moms, all kinds of TV cops, all kinds of villains.
We think that people will have that moment of, like, I remember that!” That doesn’t mean there won’t be some cast reunions on the show.
Ron Howard and Henry Winkler are set to reminisce about “Happy Days” in honor of the show’s 50th anniversary — on an actual re-created set of the show’s famed Arnold’s Drive-Inn.
They’ve never done this before, and there’s never been a father and son team hosting the Emmys.
“He is literally stepping off tour for a day and going right back on the road when he’s done,” said Harmon.
“The things that we’ve talked about for months now, we get to see them on their feet,” Collins said.
“The beauty of this show is we have no idea what people are going to say,” Harmon said.
“And sometimes people use this stage as a platform for what they believe in or what they’re feeling.
We’re not done reminding you that this is the second Emmy Awards ceremony of the year, so get ready for even more nostalgia on Sunday. In contrast to the January 75th ceremony, which highlighted cast reunions, this time the producers are fusing together well-known actors with their contemporary and historical personas.
This includes well-known television mothers like Meredith Baxter from “Family Ties,” law enforcement officers like Jimmy Smits from “NYPD Blue,” attorneys like Gina Torres from “Suits,” medical professionals like Zach Braff from “Scrubs,” TV villains like Giancarlo Esposito from “Breaking Bad,” and many others. (And those are only a handful of the names that have been verified as of right now).
Along with Collins and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay, Dionne Harmon executive produces for Jesse Collins Entertainment. “The response to January was incredible, and we felt like people really connected to the nostalgia,” Harmon said. Thus, we sought to devise a method for incorporating that nostalgia into the Sunday show without resorting to the same tactic. In January and Sunday, we truly concentrated on the television series that everyone enjoyed; this time, we’ll concentrate on the characters—individual characters from a variety of shows. “.
Rouzan-Clay continued, saying, “We wanted to make sure that it was different enough that people felt like we celebrated TV in a different way, rather than trying to top ourselves.”. “.
Additionally, it might indicate some surprising faces in a few categories. Harmon questioned, “When you think of TV cops, are you thinking of Niecy Nash?”. “Probably not, but there’s ‘Reno 911!’ We wanted to cover the gamut of all kinds of TV moms, all kinds of TV cops, all kinds of villains. We anticipate that someone will experience the “I remember that” moment.
That does not imply that there won’t be any reunions of the cast. In celebration of “Happy Days'” 50th anniversary, Ron Howard and Henry Winkler will reminisce about the program on a set that has been meticulously recreated, modeled after the show’s iconic Arnold’s Drive-Inn.
Collins said, “I’m interested to know if you believe we matched the jukebox.”. “A full jukebox conversation is going on. “.
The television broadcast is scheduled for Sunday, September. 15, live, starting at 8 p.m. me. ET/ 5 pm. M. There will be a tribute to “Saturday Night Live” marking its 50th anniversary on PT on ABC (repeated on Hulu the following day). Although the producers did not confirm a “The West Wing” tribute, they alluded to another “big one.” There won’t be a “Friends” tribute for the show’s 30th anniversary, but there might be one more unforgettable reunion. “.
It’s easy to figure out what they are discussing. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of “The West Wing,” a press release from ABC last week revealed a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Richard Schiff, Dulé Hill, Martin Sheen, Allison Janney, and Janel Moloney.
And who knows? Perhaps a collaboration between her and hosts Eugene and Dan Levy will occur given that Catherine O’Hara, co-star of “Schitt’s Creek,” will also be present in the building.
Regarding the Levys, the producers only disclosed that it will focus mostly on comedy when they spoke about how the hosts will introduce the Emmys.
In that opening, Collins assured us, “you’re going to get everything that you want from them.”. They have developed this material together, so I think the opening segment they will bring to the show will set a great tone. No father and son duo has ever hosted the Emmys, and they have never done this before. I believe it will be adored by all. “.
When the Levys—who received Emmys for their roles as father and son on “Schitt’s Creek”—came into their minds during their initial brainstorming session for the “characters” concept, they knew it was a perfect fit.
After our initial meeting with them, we kind of glanced at one another and agreed that this was the right move. We were hoping they would bring the same energy to the show on Sunday as they did at our first meeting. “.
Jelly Roll will take a break from his current tour to attend the Emmys and participate in the In Memoriam segment of the show, Collins and crew revealed.
Harmon remarked, “He is literally taking a day off from touring and going straight back on the road when he’s done.”. “Therefore, we owe him so much.”. Jesse had to beg a lot to get that.
Music director Rickey Minor stated, “I believe that his choice of which specific song to perform will resonate with everyone.”. Every time I hear that, I cry. Make sure you have plenty of tissues available for everyone in your home. “.
In order to highlight some of this year’s historic nominations and victories, the producers have also scheduled a special segment featuring John Leguizamo. With the most wins for a program in a single year already recorded by “Shogun,” a number of other possible victories on Sunday’s show have the potential to create history. ).
Collins stated, “To incorporate that into the show, it’s real-time.”. “John Leguizamo will be present at an incredible moment, which will culminate in a celebration of the changes that have been taking place. But we will talk about all those other things you’re talking about throughout the show as they come to light. “.
The show is locked with three days remaining until it airs, but in that time, anything can happen. Harmon remarked, “We feel great.”. “Scripts are flying back and forth, the stage is built, and seat cards are out.”. “.
The talent that comes in to rehearse today requires more preparation. “We get to see the things on their feet that we’ve been talking about for months,” Collins remarked. It’s our first day being captured on camera. “.
Logistics-wise, Collins and crew stated that the program is delayed in case there are any live disruptions from demonstrators or other parties. It’s simply something you have to accept if it occurs. The program never stops,” Collins remarked. “The Peacock Theatre security team and the Emmys security team are incredible. They are prepared to guarantee that everything proceeds as planned. “.
The producers are also aware that winners and presenters might very well become political on stage in the upcoming presidential election.
We never know what people are going to say about this show, which is its beauty, according to Harmon. Occasionally, individuals utilize this platform to express their beliefs or emotions. In any case, we’ll be prepared if it does occur. “.
“We don’t have a plan, but we have concepts of a plan,” quips Collins. “.
