Blackpink's Jennie Nominated for Emmy Amid Controversy Over 'The Idol'
Jul 23, 2024
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The American Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (ATAS) announced the 76th Emmy Award nominations on the 17th. Among the nominations, the HBO series 'The Idol' was recognized in the 'Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming' category.
The nominated scene features Jennie and Lily-Rose Depp dancing to the song 'World Class Sinner.' In the series, Jennie portrayed Dyanne, a backup dancer and friend of Jocelyn (played by Lily-Rose Depp), drawing attention with a high-level choreography performance. The performance was noted for its explicit sexual undertones. Nina McNeely was the choreographer for this scene.
Jennie mentioned that she did not spend much time learning the choreography used for filming after the first episode was released but was grateful for her prior dance experience, which helped her perform effectively.
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However, the series faced criticism for its emphasis on male fantasy and perceived sexist themes, leading some to label it as exploitative. Critics and fans alike expressed outrage, with some considering it one of the worst shows of the year. As a result, plans for a second season were canceled.
The 76th Emmy Awards will take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles at 5 p.m. on September 15 (local time).
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