Keke Palmer: First woman in 15 years to win Emmy for game show hosting
Keke Palmer smashes through barriers to become the first woman in 15 years to claim the coveted Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Game Show.
In a historic triumph, Keke Palmer has bulldozed through the traditionally male-dominated game show host landscape, clinching the Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Game Show.
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KEKE PALMER AND THE EMMYS
The victory comes courtesy of her standout performance on NBC’s Password, marking the first time this category has been included in the Primetime Emmys after transitioning from the Daytime awards as reported by Deadline.
Palmer’s win, announced at the Peacock Theater in downtown L.A., is nothing short of groundbreaking.
Keke Palmer becomes the first woman in 15 years to win the Emmy for Best Game Show Host.
She wins for ‘Password.’ pic.twitter.com/aX1z7sXceD
— Pop Base (@PopBase) January 8, 2024
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KEKE PALMER MAKES HISTORY
She outshone esteemed hosts like Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik from Jeopardy!, Steve Harvey of Family Feud, and Pat Sajak from Wheel of Fortune, proving that charisma, wit, and a dash of flair can topple even the most seasoned competitors.
This win not only positions Keke Palmer as the first woman to seize this honour since Meredith Vieira in 2009 but also establishes her as the first Black woman to be nominated or win in this category.
Keke Palmer becomes the first woman to win an Emmy for ‘Best Game Show Host’ in 15 years. pic.twitter.com/87HIjqLtw3
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) January 8, 2024
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KEKE PALMER: BREAKING GLASS CEILINGS
The significance of this achievement reverberates beyond the glitz of Hollywood, sending a powerful message about diversity and inclusivity in the entertainment industry.
In a heartfelt acceptance speech, Palmer expressed her gratitude, saying, “Wow. That is so exciting. Thank you so much. I’m just so thankful, I’m almost speechless. I want to thank the people who allowed this to happen, thank you to Jimmy Fallon, thank you to NBC.”
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KEKE PALMER’S WINS
The actress and host also extended her appreciation to comedy legend Carol Burnett, who graced the occasion as part of the audience.
This accolade adds another Emmy to Palmer’s collection, following her 2021 win for Outstanding Actress in a Short Form Comedy or Drama Series for the Facebook Watch series Turnt Up With The Taylors.
Congratulations to Keke Palmer (@keke) on winning the Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Game Show for NBC’s Password. First woman to win in 15 years. Yup, that’s Big Keke, not the little one.✨✨✨ #KekePalmer #Emmys #PasswordNBC pic.twitter.com/KiYq4zP77F
— Mike Gauyo 🇭🇹 (@blackboywrites) January 10, 2024
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GRATITUDE
The game show Password, executive produced by Jimmy Fallon, further solidified its success, despite Fallon losing out to Jeopardy! in a separate Emmy category for That’s My Jam.
Fallon praised Keke Palmer, describing her as “sharp, charming, and quick-witted, all while looking like a superstar.”
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CONGRATULATIONS
In a year where game shows took the spotlight at the Emmy Awards, Keke Palmer’s win stands out as a testament to her remarkable talent and the industry’s evolving landscape.
As Corie Henson, EVP of NBCUniversal Entertainment Unscripted Programming, aptly puts it, “In a historic year for game shows at the Emmy Awards, we couldn’t be prouder of Keke Palmer’s outstanding host win.”