The spotlight is on Michelle Williams, as the FX limited series Dying for Sex gears up for potential recognition at the 2025 Emmys. Gold Derby confirms that the series has submitted four actors, including Williams, for Emmy consideration. Williams, a five-time Oscar nominee, seeks a nod for Best Limited/Movie Actress, reprising her accolades from 2019 when she won for her portrayal in Fosse/Verdon. This time, she stands out for her role as Molly, a terminal cancer patient who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and exploration of her sexual desires after leaving her husband.
Joining Williams in the Emmy race is Jenny Slate, submitted for Best Limited/Movie Supporting Actress. Known for her comedic flair on Saturday Night Live, Slate steps into a dramatic role as Nikki, Molly’s loyal best friend and caretaker. Slate’s previous win at the Critics Choice Awards for Obvious Child has set a promising stage for her first Emmy nomination.
The men of Dying for Sex are also vying for recognition. Jay Duplass, portraying Steve, Molly’s distant yet loving husband, and Rob Delaney as Neighbor Guy, an intriguing figure living across from Molly, are both submitted for Best Limited/Movie Supporting Actor. Despite this being their first acting Emmy nominations, Duplass is no stranger to the Emmy spotlight, having won for producing the acclaimed Wild Wild Country in 2018, whereas Delaney was nominated for his writing on Catastrophe in 2016.
While these submissions highlight key actors, FX acknowledges potential additional contenders as anyone can submit individually. Dying for Sex, available on Hulu, anticipates the Emmy nominations announcement scheduled for July 15.
These efforts underscore the series’ impact and the compelling performances within it. With Michelle Williams leading the charge, the Emmy scene could witness a stirring acknowledgement of unique storytelling and authenticity. As the anticipation builds, viewers are eager to see if Williams and her co-stars will capture the industry’s applause, marking another noteworthy chapter in their careers.
