Emmys In Memoriam Broadcast Omits Multiple Notable TV Figures

The 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards featured an emotional In Memoriam segment honoring television stars who passed away recently, with a performance of "Go Rest High on the Mountain" by Lainey Wilson and Vince Gill. The tribute, introduced by Phylicia Rashad who remembered Malcolm-Jamal Warner, included notable names like Maggie Smith, John Amos, Loretta Swit, and Ozzy Osbourne. However, the segment faced backlash for omitting several prominent figures such as Hulk Hogan, Tony Todd, Jerry Adler, Polly Holliday, Danielle Spencer, Jonathan Joss, and Leslie Charleson, whose names appeared only on a longer scroll on the Television Academy's website. Fans expressed frustration on social media, particularly over the absence of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and actor Tony Todd, highlighting ongoing debates about the segment's time constraints and selection process. Meanwhile, the ceremony celebrated major winners including Netflix's crime drama Adolescence, which took home six awards, and historic achievements such as Tramell Tillman becoming the first Black man to win an Emmy in his category. Seth Rogen and Jean Smart were also recognized for their lead roles in comedy and drama, respectively.