Lamorne Morris of ‘Fargo’ is going to his first Emmy Awards. Follow along as he gets ready

Lamorne Morris of 'Fargo' is going to his first Emmy Awards. Follow along as he gets ready

As a seasoned movie enthusiast who has witnessed the rise and fall of countless stars, I must admit that Lamorne Morris’ journey to his Emmy nomination is nothing short of inspiring. His humble demeanor, coupled with his ability to balance a demanding career with parenthood, resonates deeply with me.


When Lamorne Morris found out he was nominated for an Emmy for his work in “Fargo”, he acknowledged the joyous milestone in life much like any proud parent would – by being teased by his toddler.

That tragic July morning, a video posted on social media captures the emotional moment when a friend recorded Morris, visibly shocked and shedding tears, upon hearing the news. Meanwhile, his 3-year-old daughter was trying to comprehend his behavior.

As a devoted cinema-goer, I share most of my life’s journeys with my little one – the highs and lows that come our way. She’s still too young to grasp the intricacies of it all, but when I find myself shedding tears, her instinctive responses touch me deeply. One such moment struck me profoundly; seeing her laugh at my sorrow, I thought, “This is my daughter, without a doubt. This is my daughter, unequivocally.

I simply told her, ‘They’re planning a celebration because everyone believes he excelled at work. They also want to honor others who did well. She asked if she could attend.’

Due to her bedtime routine, she won’t join in the festivities for partying (since she had a birthday party on Saturday). Contrarily, Morris is taking his mom as his companion to the 76th Emmy Awards. This is his initial nomination and the event on Sunday will mark his first attendance.

Lamorne Morris of 'Fargo' is going to his first Emmy Awards. Follow along as he gets ready

Morris received a supporting actor nod for his turn as reliable North Dakota Deputy Witt Far in the fifth season of “Fargo,” the FX black comedy crime anthology created by Noah Hawley. The actor is best known for his comedic flare in TV series such as “New Girl” and films such as “Game Night,” but “Fargo” provided an opportunity for Morris to demonstrate his range. In a fictional world of effusive and eccentric characters, which included portrayals by Jon Hamm and Juno Temple, both nominated for Emmys as well, Morris’s Witt stood in contrast as a decent and unassuming man called into action.

Moreover, Morris continues to impress with his versatility. In the upcoming autumn season, catch him portraying Garrett Morris from “Saturday Night Live” in Jason Reitman’s movie about the initial airing of the famous comedy series. Additionally, he will feature in Amazon Prime Video’s Marvel series “Spider-Noir,” sharing the screen with Nicholas Cage.

He remarks, ‘Every actor aspires for seasons like this.’ To maintain my focus and avoid extremes – neither getting too excited nor too discouraged – is crucial, just like LeBron James advises during a season’s discourse. The path you’re on and the feats you can achieve should encourage growth and development, but it’s essential to preserve the same drive that brought you here.

Currently, the moment has arrived. Morris extended an exclusive invitation to The Times, allowing them to join him behind-the-scenes as he prepares and attends his first Emmy Awards event for the very first time. Accompany us on a real-time chronicle of his exciting day’s events.

Lamorne Morris of 'Fargo' is going to his first Emmy Awards. Follow along as he gets ready

12:28 p.m.: What’s the preparation like for a first-time Emmy nominee like Morris? After attending some pre-ceremony parties on Saturday night, he woke up at 7:30 a.m., brainstorming potential jokes to deliver if his name was unexpectedly announced. However, he discarded all of them… If he doesn’t win, there will be trouble, he humorously notes. But in earnest, he says, “I don’t want to forget the people who helped me get here. They matter.

We’re at his Encino home and he’s stationed at his kitchen island, getting groomed; his mother Gwennett, who flew in from Chicago on Monday, is nearby getting glam done and wishing out loud about her dream run-in: “Will Denzel be there?” (Morris has predicted she’d say as much: “She’ll be happy with Denzel or Jesus — one of the two.”) His daughter, still on a birthday high from last night, hops around near a bouquet of unicorn and princess balloons, asking when she can have a donut — she’s promised she can have one while watching daddy on TV later). Until then, she begins listing off the princess dresses she received for her birthday (Elsa, Cinderella and Tiana).

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2024-09-16 00:01

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