Zendaya Shares Powerful Statement Following 'Euphoria' Emmys Nomination
“Thanks to everyone who connected with our show, it is an honor to share it with you.”
This year’s Emmys nominations list sees HBO Max’s Euphoria in the running for multiple awards, courtesy of the show’s stars Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya. Sweeney was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress for her role as Cassie and Zendaya for Lead Actress, alongside the show itself which has been nominated for Outstanding Drama Series. Two tracks from the series soundtrack are also up for awards, both of which Zendaya has writing credits for.
Zendaya’s nominations see her making Emmys history as the youngest producing nominee, alongside being the first Black woman to be nominated for both acting and songwriting in the same year. Upon receiving her accolades, the 25-year-old actor shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, thanking her Euphoria costars and the series producer Sam Levinson.
“Making this show with this cast and crew of the most incredibly talented people that I get the privilege of learning from everyday has been a highlight of my life,” Zendaya began. “I’m so proud to work beside you and CONGRATULATIONS! I don’t have the words to express the love and gratitude I feel right now, all I can do is say thank you with all my heart! Thanks to everyone who connected with our show, it is an honor to share it with you. Thank you @samlev00 for everything you do, this show is what it is because of your heart, and thank you to @labrinth @marcellrev @hbo @a24 for being the best creative collaborators. Lastly thank you to the @televisionacademy for this incredible acknowledgement. We out here Emmy nominated again y’all!”
This year’s Emmys awards are set to take place on September 13. Stay tuned for more updates and while you’re here, take a look at Sweeney’s reaction to her nominations.
