“Pose” went out with a bang Tuesday morning, earning a history-making Emmy nomination for star Mj Rodriguez — making her the first transgender performer to earn a nomination in a lead acting category. (Laverne Cox previously was nominated for her work on “Orange Is the New Black” in the guest acting category.) I have tried my best to be a great light for that, and I’m glad that the industry is seeing that. Additionally, “Pose: Identity, Family, Community” earned a nod for short form nonfiction or reality series. It’s time to make some people happy and laugh.”After being nominated for “Pose,” Rodriguez told The Times, “I can only thank the academy for really, really seeing us.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 13, 2021 15:45 UTC