Jimmy Kimmel is set to host the Emmys this year, but not much is known about how the show will run during the pandemic
The Primetime Emmy telecast will take place as planned on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 8 p.m. ET. But beyond that, information about the telecast’s producer, or how the show will look in these pandemic times, will still be announced at another date.
According to insiders, among the scenarios being explored for an Emmys broadcast are a fully virtual version, as well as an in-person event that could still incorporate some virtual or other “non-traditional” elements. The most important thing in determining which to choose is ensuring the health and safety of anyone involved in the show.
Beyond “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” now in its 18th season, Kimmel recently hosted and was an executive producer of “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire”’s prime-time return to ABC. The show was recently picked up for another season by ABC. ABC has had plenty of experience in recent months working on remote broadcasts such as “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” “American Idol” and two “Disney Sing-a-Long” specials, among other productions, giving it some prep on how to produce such telecasts. Also, one insider says the TV Academy is also taking a look at the recent spate of virtual TV premiere events — perhaps as a model for how to throw a virtual Governors’ Ball.
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