Hacks Series Finale: Jean Smart Leads Emmy Submissions, Christopher Briney Among First-Time Hopefuls
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Nellie Andreeva
A baker's-dozen of insight crammed into one ring.
Summary
As Hacks concludes with its series finale, the HBO Max comedy prepares for one last Emmy run with its fifth and final season. Submissions include returning favorites like Jean Smart, who is looking to extend her winning streak in Lead Actress In a Comedy Series after winning for each of the first four seasons, and first-time hopefuls such as Christopher Briney (The Summer I Turned Pretty) seeking his first major awards recognition. Five Hacks cast members are included in the submissions.
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Meanwhile, The Summer I Turned Pretty heartthrob Christopher Briney is seeking his first major awards recognition.
As Hacks signs off today with its series finale, the HBO Max comedy is getting ready for one last Emmy run with its fifth and final season.
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