Liv Hewson Opens Up About Top Surgery and Emmys Consideration in 'Yellowjackets' Journey
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Liv Hewson, the nonbinary actor known for their role in Yellowjackets, explains why they chose not to submit themselves for this year's Emmy Awards despite being eligible. Hewson, inspired by the recent Tony Awards wins of nonbinary actors J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell, believes that the structural limitations of the Emmy Awards system make it dishonest for them to participate. They express their frustration with the gendered categories in acting and advocate for gender-neutral awards, joining other actors who have voiced the same desire. While the Emmy Awards have not made any changes to their categories, actors can request the gender-neutral title "Performer" on their nomination certificate and Emmy statuette. Other organizations, such as the Independent Spirit Awards and the Grammys, have already adopted gender-neutral categories.
