TV Academy Has Disqualified Several Performers For Block Emmy Voting

Three days into the first round of Primetime Emmy voting, the TV Academy has disqualified several members — all in the performers branch comprised by actors — for engaging in “blo…

has disqualified several members — all in the performers branch comprised by actors — for engaging in “block voting.”

The TV Academy would not comment on the number of members who have been disqualified, their identities, when the alleged violation occurred and how it was discovered, but Scherma added:“We will continue to be diligent in our efforts to ensure the fairness of this competition. In addition to our own rigorous safeguards, our independent auditors at EY monitor Emmy voting for potential improprieties.

“The Television Academy has therefore disqualified these members from the 2019 Emmy Awards competition, invalidating both their ballot entries and any votes they may have cast. In addition, their conduct may be referred to the Conduct Review Committee for further disciplinary action.”

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