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Taylor Ortega's Emmy-Worthy Performance in 'Big Mistakes' Steals the Show Alongside Dan Levy and Laurie Metcalf

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Taylor Ortega delivers an Emmy-worthy performance as Dan Levy's sister in the new family comedy series 'Big Mistakes,' co-starring Laurie Metcalf. The article argues that Ortega not only holds her own alongside veteran actors Levy and Metcalf but actually steals the show with her nuanced, comedic, and emotionally grounded portrayal. It highlights how Ortega navigates the difficult task of playing a sibling to Levy (famous for Schitt's Creek) and a daughter to Metcalf, making the role distinctly her own and deserving of awards recognition.

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There's a reason the expression 'a tough act to follow' exists.

You don't want to be the actress to play Dan Levy's sister in a family-driven comedy series.

Big Mistakes star Taylor Ortega deserves to be in the Emmy conversation this year, just as much as her on-screen mother, Laurie Metcalf.

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Big Mistakes star Taylor Ortega deserves to be in the Emmy conversation this year, just as much as her on-screen mother, Laurie Metcalf.

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