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Ahead of its last season debut, This Is Us has received not just one but SIX Emmy nominations!
This Is Us previously received nominations for Outstanding Drama Series in 2017, 2018, and 2019. This year, the show has gotten a nod in that category once again.
“I’m just really excited that This Is Us is included in the drama category again,” gushed Chris Sullivan to TV Insider.
Known for his role as Toby in the series, Sullivan himself received a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. Other Emmy nods for This Is Us this year include Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup, Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (General Dramatic Score), Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (Sterling K. Brown), and Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series (Phylicia Rashad).
Sullivan reflected on what his nomination means, and what fans can expect in the final season of This Is Us.
This Is Us Spoilers – Chris Sullivan Gets Emotional About This Is Us
Thinking about the most recent season and what lies ahead on This Is Us, Chris’ emotions run high.
“This season is the first season I have performed as an actor after becoming a father, and I don’t know if it necessarily plays into the nomination, but my enjoyment of the work we did this year and the level at which I felt present and available for the writing and for the character and for the show was definitely higher than it’s ever been before,” admitted Sullivan.
And he also didn’t hesitate to boast about the overall quality of the cast and show.
“I’m especially proud of the work we all did this last season, so being nominated for this last season means a lot,” added Chris.
As for the upcoming and final season of This Is Us, Sullivan appreciates knowing how the show would end ahead of time.
“I’m glad to have known for a couple years now that this is where it was going to end. And I’m glad to know that [creator] Dan [Fogelman] and the writers have an ending in mind and that we have a goal that we are all moving towards, as opposed to just one day finding out you’ve been not renewed or canceled, so it’s nice to end in a conscious fashion,” summed up Chris.
This Is Us Spoilers – Toby And Kate Bid Farewell To Wedded Life On This Is Us: Chris Sullivan Hints At Ending
This Is Us ended season 5 with a shocker.
Viewers have been rooting for Toby (Chris Sullivan) and Kate (the latter role is portrayed by Chrissy Metz) to overcome their marriage problems.
But instead, season 5 ended with a flash-forward wedding scene. And what that scene showed revealed that Toby’s and Kate’s marriage would not suceeded.
Instead, This Is Us showed that Kate was preparing to wed for a second time. Some viewers hoped that the scene would reveal Toby also making preparations for a ceremony that would seal their commitment to each other with a vow renewal.
Wrong.
Instead, This Is Us unveiled Kate preparing to tie the knot with Phillip (portrayed by Chris Geere).
Reflecting on that season 5 finale, Chris offered some hope for Toby’s and Kate’s future on This Is Us.
“I think no matter what happens with Kate [Chrissy Metz] and Toby, it’s going to be executed in a loving and compassionate way, so it’ll be painful, it’ll be sad for it all to end, but like I said, it’s all going to be done in a very loving and conscious way, so that’s the best we can ask for,” promised Sullivan.
And Chris admitted that he did feel relieved to learn that his character of Toby will continue to appear throughout the final season.
“That was a big day, when I found out I was included in the flashforwards,” confessed Sullivan. “That was instant job security, so I was grateful to see him as an older man in the flashforwards.”
As for what viewers can expect in the final season for Kate and Toby, Chris promised that This Is Us will conclude with a “doozy,” complete with tying up all the loose ends for various plots and storylines.
Be sure to check back on our site for all your This Is Us news and spoilers!
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