2024 Emmys 'In Memoriam' Draws Social Media Backlash

The 2024 Emmys faced backlash for omitting several notable stars from its 'In Memoriam' segment. While the tribute honored figures like Shannen Doherty, Richard Simmons, and James Earl Jones, it excluded Johnny Wactor, Shelley Duvall, Chita Rivera, and Tyler Christopher, among others. This sparked outrage on social media, with fans arguing that some of the omitted individuals made significant contributions to television. The Emmys did include a more comprehensive tribute on their website. Jelly Roll performed 'I Am Not Okay' during the segment, aiming to offer solace to those mourning these losses. Wactor, notably, was recently a victim of a fatal shooting during a robbery attempt in May.