Martin, and Other Black Artists, Series Snubbed by the Emmys [Video]

The 75th Primetime Emmys were a celebration of TV history. With so much groundbreaking television showcased, it was amazing to see Black winners take center stage. However, that hasn’t always been the case. More often than not, series and artists that we consider influential, essential parts of the culture fail to receive awards recognition. As we dive into the 2024 Primetime Emmys, with shows like “Mr & Mrs. Smith,” “Abbott Elementary” and “The Bear” leading nominees, we thought it was time to look back at the notable series and stars that have never won a Primetime Emmy.

“Martin” is so influential to modern comedy, it seems ridiculous that neither the show or its talented star ever won an Emmy. Seriously, you wouldn’t have shows like “Black-ish,” “Abbott Elementary” or “Insecure” without “Martin.”

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