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Julie Andrews Claims Third Emmy, Nears EGOT Status

9/7/2025

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Andrews Wins Emmy

Julie Andrews won her third Emmy for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance as Lady Whistledown in "Bridgerton" on September 6, 2025.
This is her first Emmy for this role, following three nominations from 2021 to 2023.
The Creative Arts Emmys honored nearly 100 technical achievements over two nights.
Andrews, with an Oscar and two Grammys, needs only a Tony Award for EGOT status.
The event showcased her resilience after losing her singing voice in 1997, highlighting her successful narration career.

Summary

Andrews Claims Emmy

At 89, Julie Andrews won her third Emmy for her voice-over in Netflix's "Bridgerton."
"The Studio" won nine awards, while "The Penguin" followed with eight.
Julianne Nicholson and Shawn Hatosy received awards for their performances in "Hacks" and "The Pitt."
The Creative Arts Emmys honored nearly 100 behind-the-scenes contributions over two nights.
Maya Rudolph described the event as "the real Emmys."
The Primetime Emmy Awards will air live on CBS on September 14, 2025.

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Historical Context

The Primetime Emmy Awards, first held in 1977, established a prestigious platform for television excellence. Julie Andrews, a celebrated actress with an Oscar and two Grammys, won her first Emmy in 2021 for her voice-over role in "Bridgerton." This milestone at age 89 reflects the industry's growing recognition of diverse talents, particularly in voice-over artistry, which has gained prominence since the 1990s.

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Andrews Wins Emmy

Julie Andrews won her third Emmy for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance as Lady Whistledown in "Bridgerton" on September 6, 2025.
This is her first Emmy for this role, following three nominations from 2021 to 2023.
The Creative Arts Emmys honored nearly 100 technical achievements over two nights.
Andrews, with an Oscar and two Grammys, needs only a Tony Award for EGOT status.
The event showcased her resilience after losing her singing voice in 1997, highlighting her successful narration career.

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