Overview

• Edebiri called the comedy-versus-drama question "above my pay grade," saying it belongs to studios rather than actors.
• The Bear is nominated as a comedy at the 2025 Emmys, including a best comedy series bid, with the ceremony set for Sept. 14.
• People reports the series has 13 comedy-category nominations this year, with Edebiri up for lead actress and for directing.
• Edebiri’s directing nod is for her Season 3 episode "Napkins," which marked her directorial debut.
• FX chairman John Landgraf has previously said the network lets voters decide, noting the show’s record 23 Emmy comedy nominations in 2024 and its past wins as best comedy.