‘Heated Rivalry’s Connor Storrie Lands First Emmy Nomination For ‘Saturday Night Live’
'Heated Rivalry' star Connor Storrie makes Emmy history as first 'SNL' actor nominated in 2026
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His nomination marks a rare crossover achievement, as the show itself was ineligible for consideration this year. Coverage from *The Hollywood Reporter*, *Yahoo*, *Entertainment Weekly*, *Variety*, and *Deadline* highlights Storrie’s milestone, emphasizing his status as the sole *SNL* actor among nominees.
The nomination underscores his rising prominence in comedy, despite his primary series not qualifying for awards. Attention will likely shift to the Emmy Awards ceremony, where Storrie’s performance and potential win could further elevate his profile.
Speculation may also arise about whether this nomination signals broader recognition for *SNL*’s lesser-known cast members in future years.
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Is *Heated Rivalry* eligible for Emmys this year?
No, coverage confirms the series was ineligible for 2026 Emmy nominations.
Has any *SNL* cast member ever been nominated before?
According to reports, Storrie is the first *SNL* actor to receive an Emmy nomination in 2026.
Will Storrie win the Emmy?
Coverage does not yet specify odds or predictions for his nomination outcome.
Coverage (7)
- The Biggest Snubs of the 2026 Emmy Awards Business Insider · 4h ago
- Emmy Nominee Reactions: Connor Storrie, Lisa Kudrow, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Chase Infiniti, Nikki Glaser, Mark Ruffalo theplaylist.net · 4h ago
- Connor Storrie Earns His First Emmy Nomination The Hollywood Reporter · 4h ago
- Emmys 2026 nominations: Heated Rivalry's Connor Storrie receives first-ever nomination Yahoo · 4h ago
- ‘Heated Rivalry’ star Connor Storrie lands first Emmy nom, only ‘SNL’ actor in any category Entertainment Weekly · 4h ago
- Connor Storrie Scores First Emmy Nomination Despite ‘Heated Rivalry’ Not Being Eligible Variety · 4h ago
- ‘Heated Rivalry’s Connor Storrie Lands First Emmy Nomination For ‘Saturday Night Live’ Deadline · 4h ago
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