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Inside the Emmy Awards: What You Didn’t See on TV on January 16, 2024 at 6:15 am Us Weekly

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The 2023 Emmy Awards were all about TV reunions, including the cast of Grey’s Anatomy and Cheers, big wins and touching speeches — but not all the night’s top moments made it on air.

The 75th Primetime Emmys were hosted by Anthony Anderson, who enlisted his mom, Doris Hancox, to make sure all the winners stayed on task. With every award came applause from the audience, with The Bear and Succession cleaning up and stealing the show. Both series took home six trophies, including the night’s biggest honors, Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding Drama Series, respectively.

“My parents are here tonight,” Ayo Edebiri said while accepting her award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. “I’m making them sit kind of far away from me because I’m a bad kid. But I love you guys so much.”

Kieran Culkin, meanwhile, made his case for why his Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series category win should earn him another baby with wife Jazz Charton. “I want more,” he declared. “You said maybe if I win!”

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After much anticipation and a postponement, the 2023 Emmy Awards are almost underway at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on Monday, January 15. The Television Academy announced in August 2023 that the 75th annual ceremony was pushed to January 2024 amid actors, writers and other entertainment workers going on strike. Both the Writers Guild […]

While the speeches and the sweet on-stage reunions captivated audiences, there was a lot going on during commercial breaks. Plus, viewers were not privy to many of the crossover interactions in the crowd.

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Scroll down for a look at the behind-the-scenes moments from the 2023 Emmys:

A Surprise Plus 1

Selena Gomez was spotted entering Peacock Theater with boyfriend Benny Blanco after posing on the red carpet with her Only Murders in the Building costars Steve Martin and Martin Short.

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Suffering for Beauty

After Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons walked to their seats together, Dunst, 41, picked up the train of her dress to show her husband, 35, her high heels. “So uncomfortable,” she was overheard saying, according to an Us Weekly insider.

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Happy Hello

Jason Segel brought his girlfriend, Kayla Radomski, along to say “hello” to Clare Danes before taking their seats in the first row. Segel, 43, was also seen chatting with Gomez, 31, before the show began.

Related: See the Complete List of Emmy Awards Nominees and Winners

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The 2023 Primetime Emmy Awards brought out some of TV’s biggest stars after months of anticipation. A-listers flocked to the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday, January 15, for the 75th annual awards show, hosted by Anthony Anderson. Nominations were announced in July 2023, two months before the Emmys were initially set to be […]

Celebratory Smooch

Ross Mathews kissed his partner, Dr. Wellinthon García, after taking home the Emmy for Outstanding Reality Competition for RuPaul’s Drag Race, which he produced.

No Beef Here

Bella Ramsey and Ariana DeBose were photographed sharing a hug inside the Emmys on Monday following their awkward Critics Choice Awards encounter. During the Sunday, January 14, awards show, Ramsey, 20, made a joke about DeBose, 32, calling her one of the “actors who also think that they’re singers.” When the cameras panned to DeBose she was visibly confused by the jab and revealed via her Instagram Story, “No I didn’t find it funny. Lol.” However, their Emmys run-in seemingly confirmed there are no hard feelings.

It’s Game Time

Kaitlin Olson outed her husband, Rob McElhenny, for watching the Philadelphia Eagles during the awards show by snapping his photo. “Who schedules the Emmys the same night as the @eagles #gobirds #FlyEaglesFly,” McElhenny, 46, wrote via X (formerly Twitter).

Courtesy of Rob McElhenny/X (formerly Twitter)

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Stop, Picture Time!

James Marsden snapped a photo on his iPhone of the theater before finding his spot in the venue, a source tells Us.

Mingling Martin

Martin Short appeared to be a social butterfly after being spotted chatting with his Only Murders in the Building costars and “smiling and mingling” with several A-listers.

Dynamic Duo

“We’ve reached the stage in life where we’ll only present awards while sitting down,” Tina Fey told the crowd as she and Amy Poehler reunited for special Emmys edition of “Weekend Update.” While fans showed them love on social media, the audience inside the venue “went wild” when the pair took the stage, an insider tells Us.

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In Loving Memory

Every awards show, the entertainment industry honors the actors, writers and TV workers who died during the past year. When Matthew Perry’s photo came up during the In Memoriam tribute, the crowd “clapped wildly,” a source tells Us. Charlie Puth teamed up with The War and Treaty to sing the Friends theme song as an added tribute to Perry, who died in October 2023 at the age of 54.

Wardrobe Throwdown

Before Culkin, 41, took the stage to accept his award, he took off his jacket and threw it down on the stage. It stayed there until he picked it up and walked off after accepting his award.

Oh, Happy Day

Jessica Chastain was all smiles as she exited the awards show.

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Related: ‘Succession’ Cast Owns the Red Carpet at the Emmy Awards

Although Succession ended months ago, the Roy family is still at war as the cast prepares to go head-to-head in multiple categories at the 2023 Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, January 15. Sarah Snook, Matthew Macfadyen and Kieran Culkin were just a few of the stars from the hit HBO series attending the event. While […]

Casual Couple

Ali Wong and boyfriend Bill Hader were spotted walking on the street after the show ended. Wong, who won the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie category, was wearing Adidas Sambas with black stripes after slipping off her high heels. Wong told E! News during the red carpet show that she was nursing a knee injury.

Unwinding

The White Lotus alum Aubrey Plaza was seen smoking a cigarette outside an Emmys afterparty.

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Double Trouble

Steven Yeun was proudly carrying his two Emmys throughout the gala, per an insider, including his Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie trophy.

The 2023 Emmy Awards were all about TV reunions, including the cast of Grey’s Anatomy and Cheers, big wins and touching speeches — but not all the night’s top moments made it on air. The 75th Primetime Emmys were hosted by Anthony Anderson, who enlisted his mom, Doris Hancox, to make sure all the winners 

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Kim and Kanye’s Daughter North West Faces Criticism Over Her Tattoos

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North West, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, is under the spotlight once again — this time for showing off a collection of tattoos that set social media on fire. In recent photos and videos circulating online, North was seen with several arm designs, including tributes to her parents and fashion-inspired symbols. While fans were quick to admire her bold style, not everyone was impressed.

Critics argue that the tattoos — even though they appear to be temporary — are another example of celebrity children being pushed into adult trends too early. Comments flooded social media platforms, with some users saying Kim allows North too much freedom, while others defended the reality star’s parenting approach, praising her for letting her daughter explore creativity and self-expression.

“Kids should be kids,” one commenter wrote, reflecting a broader sentiment among parents online. Meanwhile, supporters pointed out that North comes from one of the most fashion-forward families in the world and that experimenting with style is part of her upbringing.

Kim Kardashian has not directly addressed the controversy, but she has often spoken about encouraging her children to express themselves authentically. North, already known for her viral TikTok appearances and fashion collaborations, seems unfazed by the criticism.

At just 12, North West continues to blur the lines between youth culture and celebrity identity — reminding the public that in the Kardashian–West household, individuality isn’t just allowed, it’s celebrated.

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Jennifer Lopez’s Ex Fires Back: “You Are the Problem”

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Ojani Noa Accuses J.Lo of Cheating After “Never Been Loved” Comments

Jennifer Lopez is once again at the center of a media storm — but this time, it’s her first husband, Ojani Noa, turning up the heat. Following Lopez’s recent Howard Stern Show interview, in which she claimed she has “never been truly loved” by any of her exes, Noa has publicly accused the superstar of cheating and playing the victim.

In the viral Instagram post that has now spread across major outlets like TMZ and New York Post, Noa didn’t hold back.

“Stop putting us down. Stop putting me down with your victim card,” he wrote. “The problem is not us. Not me. The problem is you. You’re the one who couldn’t keep it in your pants.”

“You Chose Fame and Lies Over Love”

Noa and Lopez were married briefly from 1997 to 1998, before her rise to Hollywood superstardom. In his explosive statement, he accused her of being unfaithful during their marriage, claiming she prioritized fame over their relationship.

“You have been loved a few times. You’ve been married four times. And have had countless relationships in between,” Noa continued. “You decided to lie, to cheat on me. You begged me to keep the marriage intact to avoid bad press.”

Noa described himself as “faithful, honest, and loving,” saying he uprooted his life and career to support Lopez at the beginning of her entertainment journey. “I left my family, my friends, everything behind for you,” he wrote, “but once fame came calling, you left me behind.”​

Lopez Silent Amid Growing Backlash

As of now, Jennifer Lopez has not publicly responded to Noa’s allegations. During her Howard Stern interview, the singer and actress claimed her former partners “weren’t capable” of loving her, saying, “It’s not that I’m not lovable… it’s that they’re not capable.”

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Her remarks were widely interpreted as referencing all of her ex-husbands — including Marc Anthony, Cris Judd, and Ben Affleck — but it was Noa who reacted first and most forcefully. His comments have ignited widespread debate online, with many questioning whether Lopez’s honesty came at the expense of others’ reputations.

Public Response and Media Fallout

The online reaction has been intense, with social media users split between defending Lopez’s right to share her truth and blasting her for allegedly rewriting history. Meanwhile, entertainment analysts note that the controversy adds to an increasingly turbulent year for the singer, following canceled tours, underperforming films, and ongoing scrutiny over her marriage to Affleck.

This latest backlash has also reignited conversations about Lopez’s highly publicized romantic history. As tabloids and fans speculate whether more exes might respond, the situation underscores an old truth in celebrity culture — that every candid confession comes with consequences.

For now, Jennifer Lopez remains silent. But in the court of public opinion, the debate about who’s really at fault in her love story is only just beginning.

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Selling Your Soul in Hollywood: The Hidden Cost of Fame

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By all appearances, Hollywood is a dream factory — a place where charisma, talent, and luck collide to create stars. But behind the camera lights and red carpets lies a conversation few inside the industry speak openly about: the spiritual and moral price of ambition.

For actor Omar Gooding, the idea of “selling your soul” in Hollywood isn’t a metaphor — it’s a moral process that begins with tiny compromises. In an October 2025 interview, Gooding explained that no one in Hollywood makes a literal deal with the devil. Instead, it’s the quiet yeses, the moments when comfort overrides conviction, that mark the beginning of the trade. “They don’t say, ‘Take this or you’ll never make it,’” he said. “They just put it in front of you. You choose.”

Those choices, he argues, create a pattern. Once you show that you’ll accept something you once resisted, the industry notices. “Hollywood knows who it can get away with what,” Gooding said. “One thing always leads to another.” The phrase “selling your soul,” in this context, means losing your say — doing what you’re told rather than what you believe in.

That moral tension has long shadowed the arts. Comedians like Dave Chappelle, who famously walked away from millions to preserve his creative integrity, often serve as examples of where conviction and career collide. In resurfaced interviews, Chappelle hinted that he felt manipulated and silenced by powerful figures who sought control of his narrative, warning that “they’re trying to convince me I’m insane.”

This isn’t just about conspiracy — it’s about agency. Hollywood runs on perception. Performers are rewarded for being agreeable, moldable, entertaining. Those who question the machine or refuse the script risk exile, while those who conform are elevated — sometimes beyond what they can handle.

We see the ‘collections’ all the time,” Gooding explained. “When the bill comes due, you can tell. They made that deal long ago.”

But the story doesn’t end in darkness. Gooding also emphasizes that in today’s entertainment landscape, artists have more control than ever. With streaming, social media, and creator‑driven platforms, performers don’t have to “play the game” to be seen. Independent creators can build their own stages, speak their own truths, and reach millions without trading authenticity for access.

Still, the temptation remains — recognition, validation, quick success. And every generation of artists must answer the same question: What are you willing to do for fame?

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As Gooding put it, “You just make the best choices you can. Because once it’s gone — your name, your peace, your soul — there’s no buying it back.”

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