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Hal Wyler Becomes U.S. Vice President in Illegal Plot

8/21/2026

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Hal Wyler usurps Kate Wyler, becomes U.S. vice president and assists President Allison Janney in an illegal Russian submarine operation.
Rufus Sewell receives his first series nomination this year for portraying Hal Wyler.
Keri Russell is nominated for each of the three seasons for portraying Kate Wyler.
The Diplomat earned Outstanding Drama Series nominations for its second and third seasons.

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Story summary

Hal Wyler usurps Kate Wyler, becomes U.S. vice president and assists President Allison Janney in an illegal Russian submarine operation.
Rufus Sewell receives his first series nomination this year for portraying Hal Wyler.
Keri Russell is nominated for each of the three seasons for portraying Kate Wyler.
The Diplomat earned Outstanding Drama Series nominations for its second and third seasons.