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Diego Luna’s Emmy snub has Star Wars fans absolutely fuming

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The nominations for the Emmys in 2025 have been announced, and while the series “Andor” received a total of 14 nominations, it was surprising to see that Diego Luna, the actor who gave a standout performance as Cassian Andor, was not nominated for the Best Actor award in the Drama Series category. This snub has left both fans and critics puzzled.

In the second season of the series “Andor,” Luna’s portrayal of Cassian was praised as one of the most outstanding in contemporary Star Wars narratives. Over 12 episodes, he skillfully guided Cassian’s evolution from a disheartened survivor to a budding rebel, using an intense and unspoken depth that didn’t rely on lightsaber fights or flashy special effects for impact. Luna’s subtle resistance, profound sorrow, and earned determination served as the pulse of the show, propelling “Andor” into the realm of prestigious television.

It’s evident that the Television Academy has given their approval to the show’s excellence. _Andor_ was nominated across several categories, including Outstanding Drama Series, Directing (Benjamin Caron), Writing (Beau Willimon), Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series (Forest Whitaker), and for Alan Tudyk’s voice-over performance as K-2SO. Additionally, it garnered attention in technical categories such as cinematography, editing, music, sound, and visual effects. This acknowledgement solidifies what fans have long suspected – _Andor_ showcases exceptional storytelling within the sci-fi genre.

Nonetheless, the glaring lack of a lead acting nomination didn’t sit well with fans.

Supporters have been expressing their displeasure online, with the strongest reactions happening on a platform once known as Twitter. A single post encapsulated the feeling succinctly: “Diego Luna deserves recognition for his outstanding performance in Andor, and it’s regrettable that he was overlooked for nominations.

Another fan similarly voiced dismay, highlighting the irony of selecting Pedro Pascal (from The Last of Us) for such a brief appearance, while overlooking Luna in Andor: “It’s absurd to nominate Pedro Pascal for his 5 minutes on screen… yet overlook Diego Luna in Andor.

On previous occasions, the Emmys have overlooked genre performances, notably in science fiction, a trend that has continued with shows such as Battlestar Galactica, The Mandalorian, and Stranger Things receiving accolades for technical aspects but falling short in major acting categories. With Andor’s widespread praise, there was hope this year might mark a change in the pattern.

Luna has consistently been polite when speaking with the media, often emphasizing the collaborative aspect of the series and the collective joy the team feels about working on the Star Wars project.

When the first season of the series “Andor” got Emmy nominations, he expressed, “Collaboration’s essence lies in our working style. This team, I am truly honored to be a member of.

Despite the fact that the series fearlessly explores themes like empire, power, and resistance through an individual’s odyssey, it’s challenging not to view it as a misstep.

The rebellion lives on but the Emmys might need a second look at who’s leading the charge.

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2025-07-19 22:05

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