Sara Ramirez has reportedly been fired from the show "And Just Like That" due to creative concerns over their character, Che Diaz, and not because of their pro-Palestinian politics, as implied by the actor. Ramirez's character, a nonbinary comedian and podcast host, was deemed to have brought nothing to the show after their relationship with Miranda ended. The decision to let go of Ramirez's character has sparked controversy, with Ramirez suggesting that their firing was related to their pro-Palestinian activism.
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.
Liv Hewson, a nonbinary actor who uses they/them pronouns, has withdrawn their name from consideration for the Primetime Emmy Awards due to the lack of inclusivity in the categories. Liv stated that there is no space for them in the acting categories and that even if the Television Academy attempts to include more neutral or nongendered categories, women will still earn less recognition, while cis white men will continue to benefit. Liv is okay with keeping the categories as they are for now but won't be participating.
