Zendaya's chances of a 'Euphoria' Emmy three-peat, by the numbers

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Zendaya could receive a third Emmy, or at least a nomination, for playing Rue, the reliably chaotic protagonist and narrator of HBO’s “Euphoria.” Even punishing reviews for the show’s long-delayed third season seem unlikely to prevent more recognition of what remains a great performance.In 2020, Zendaya became the youngest lead drama actress winner ever with her first “Euphoria” Emmy.With the series’ second season, she became the first Black actor to win twice in the category.Although it’s established itself as a cultural phenomenon, “Euphoria” fought strong critical winds this season, as its Rotten Tomatoes score indicates.Another statuette for Zendaya is possible, since voters’ “I love her/him/them on that show” sentiment can withstand quality fluctuations.Especially when a show, like “Euphoria,” helped get them through the pandemic.After all, Jean Smart is favored to win a fifth comedy Emmy for “Hacks.” And Jeremy Allen White, after two wins for “The Bear,” was nominated again for its letdown of a third season.Zendaya faces stiff competition this time around from Keri Russell (“The Diplomat”) and Rhea Seehorn (“Pluribus”), beloved actors who have not yet won Emmys.Zendaya’s ability to sustain Rue’s humor and humanity across Season 3’s eight episodes of shock-and-awe material shows real commitment.But even if she doesn’t win the Emmy, she’s still bound for a big year, with appearances in four major movies in addition to “Euphoria”: “The Drama,” “The Odyssey,” “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “Dune: Part Three.”Get exclusive awards season news, in-depth interviews and columnist Glenn Whipp’s must-read analysis straight to your inbox.

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