“The Bear” has claimed the Emmy Award for outstanding comedy series, marking a significant achievement for its first season, which premiered in the summer of 2022. Actor and chef Matty Matheson, a star in the series, expressed gratitude to the restaurant and hospitality industry, acknowledging both the challenging and rewarding aspects of working in the field. He thanked the cast and crew for their hard work, emphasizing the collaborative effort in creating a show that evokes various emotions in the audience.
Notably, “The Bear” set a new record for the most wins for a comedy series in its debut season, surpassing the previous record held by Prime Video’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.” The FX network, home to “The Bear,” secured its first win in the outstanding comedy series category. The show competed against notable nominees such as “Abbott Elementary,” “Barry,” “Jury Duty,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Only Murders in the Building,” “Ted Lasso,” and “Wednesday.”
Receiving a total of 13 Emmy nominations, “The Bear” clinched 10 wins, including recognition for lead actor Jeremy Allen White, supporting actor Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and supporting actress Ayo Edebiri. The series also received awards for writing, directing, casting, picture editing, sound editing, and sound mixing.
The victory underscores the critical and audience acclaim for “The Bear,” making it a standout in the competitive landscape of comedy series. The recognition further solidifies its place in Emmy history with an impressive debut season.
