Through Emmy's Eyes
I've watched the Daytime Emmys for so long at home, and this year at
the event itself. I was so moved by all the emotions coming alive in the
room that it started me thinking: What if the actual statue could talk?
What would it say? Maybe something like this.....
"Okay...here we go again. Another year, another group of winners -- who
will I end up with tonight? Oh this is a change, the Outstanding Talk
Show Host is up first. Wow, I can't believe that Oprah removed herself
from the nominees. So, who will win? Wow, it's so hard to hear! The crowd
is really up for this! Oh my, I'm going to Rosie? I'm going to Rosie
O'Donnell!!! This shouldn't have surprised me -- she is popular and has
brought entertainment back to daytime television. And how gracious to
hold Oprah as a role model. Both class acts, all the way!!!!"
"All right, now what is the next category? Outstanding Younger
Actor...why do I think this is a no brainer? He has to win again...this
was his best work EVER!! Yep,
I'd bet the farm I am going home with my good friend Jonathan Jackson. I
am so amazed to see what a wonderful young man and actor he has become
from when we first met in '95. The sky is the limit, so I hope I go to
him. It may be the last time I see him...next time it will be my good
friend Oscar who goes home with him. And the winner is....YES!!! I KNEW
IT!! I KNEW IT!!! Oh and he is so happy, this is not like him -- so out of
character, but who can blame him? This young man will go far . . . but I knew
that at the beginning. And I think..maybe..he is the only one to ever
win in this category three times. So good to be with him just one more
time. God Speed in all your travels, Jonathan. I know you will have many
and will be going far!"
"Next category....oh this is a tough one to call. Outstanding
Younger Actress. I know who I want to go home with but it is a close
race. Jonathan's co-star, Becky Herbst, turned in such a good
performance, but with Sarah Brown in the same category it may split the
vote and Heather Tom is a veteran in this field. So, who do I go home
with...who? Okay all the nominees and the winner is...Heather Tom. Oh I
would have sworn it would be Becky! The rape storyline was so strong. I
don't understand! So, tonight I will go home with Heather but, next year
I hope it will be Becky taking me home. I hope she gets another great
storyline soon...she has a lot of talent that shouldn't go to waste.
Yeah, next year Becky, we'll meet next year."
"So, now we get to Outstanding Game Show, and the winner is...Win Ben
Stein's Money. Wow this is a surprise!! Beating out all the favorites
and veterans. Good for him!! I always liked his dry humor so I am happy
for him. A nice change to see someone new win."
"Let's see, next up is Outstanding Children's Animated Series.
Another no brainer,
since I know Arthur of PBS is in this category. The Winner is Arthur,
PBS!!! Yep, like I said, a no brainer. PBS has always put kids first -- so
glad to see them win another award!!"
"Outstanding Performer in an Animated Program, and the winner is Rob
Paulsen, as Pinky from Pinky and the Brain. Who are all these people? He
won over some seasoned voices -- wow...he must be good!"
"Oh, here is another close race...Outstanding Supporting Actress.
Both Jennifer Bassey and Kelly Ripa turned in strong performances, this
year. I'm just glad that AMC had the sense to finally offer Jennifer a
contract -- long overdue! I hope I go home with one of them...ah shucks
guess not! Sharon Case of Y&R won, but not bad for her first time in this
category. I wonder why they didn't put someone like, maybe Sarah Brown
from GH in this category, but who knows...maybe next year."
"Outstanding Children's Series...a tough one again!! All great
shows, Bill Nye, Jim Henson's Animal Show, Nick News with Linda Ellerbee
and Reading Rainbow. ...And the winner is...Bill Nye the Science
Guy...oh COOL!!! This is such a neat show and I love this guy!! I
remember when he was on a show called "Almost Live in Seattle" and played
Speed Walker!! What a trip, I'm so glad I get to go home with him
again!"
"Now is Outstanding Supporting Actor...another field with some
favorites of mine.
I loved Stuart Damon's work this year on GH, and lord knows he is long
due for a win but, then there is Michael E. Knight. I haven't gotten a
chance to see him for a while, not since he won for Younger Actor in the
80's. Jerry Ver Dorn of GL and the two Y&R guys are all tough
competition.....and the winner? ALL RIGHT!!! STUART..I'm so happy
.finally after so many years, I get to go home with you!!! And yes, it IS
a great part -- actors should remember that..always look for the great part,
and the rest will come!!
All the best, my friend. I'm so glad to know I will be sitting on your
mantle soon."
"This category may not be a favorite..I know right now the writer on
GH has a lot of people upset...how could he make Liz move on so soon
after Lucky's death? I hope he isn't thinking the unthinkable and trying
to pair her with Nik. Oh, that would be a big mistake. But he did do an
incredible job this past year with the story lines, especially the rapes
intertwining..it was so powerful! And I am right again...congrats
to Bob Guza and Staff -- I get to go home with them! He is so lucky to have
so many great writers on his team. Michelle Val Jean really is an amazing
woman, to take her real life experience and to turn it into this
incredible story. Well deserved award, I would say....Bravo!"
"Okay, it is getting closer to the time I dread, so can we get on with
it? I hate coming to the Outstanding Actress, but I have to go through
the rest of them first
Outstanding Game Show Host..Ben Stein and Jimmy Kimmel. Oh how sweet -- he
handed his award to Susan Lucci...oh please let it be her year this
year..I can't take much more. This year, the Lifetime Achievement Award
went to Bob Barker and now the Outstanding Directing team goes to Y & R.
Come on, can we get on with it? We are running late..and I want to get to
the last three awards. Outstanding Talk Show..wow Rosie beat out
Oprah?!?!? And finally, the last three awards."
"Outstanding Lead Actor..oh and everyone has won before, but it has
been 17 years for Tony Geary and no one..I mean ..NO ONE can turn an
emotion on a dime like him. He had an incredible year! Nothing against
the other actors -- they are all fine -- but I hope I get to be in Tony's
talented hands again. YES!!!! After 17 years I go home with him
again!!! He is so amazing...he makes chewing gum look exciting!! He
loses his TV son, but gains an Emmy!! Oh, it feels so good to be in his
hands, again!!! This is a great night for GH so far!!!"
"Oh no I can't look...not again...please I can't bear to see Susan
disappointed again.
I know she had a great year with the Bianca's Anorexia storyline, but is
it strong enough to win, especially over a favorite like Kim Zimmer? Oh
no, here comes the winner..wait what did he say?? Did he say, "THE STREAK
IS OVER???" Oh yes...YES!!! He said her name..HE SAID HER NAME!! SUSAN LUCCI IS THE WINNER!!
Oh Lord, the crowd is going crazy, everyone is on their feet screaming
and applauding. They won't stop..oh they put me in her hands. What is that? Oh it's a
tear -- look how she is crying. Oh, this is the happiest day in my life!!
It has taken forever but, oh so worth the wait! She is truly a beautiful
person
.inside and out, now that I can see her up close! They are trying to
get her to finish.., after 20+ years, Susan, you say everything you ever
wanted to say! No one is going to stop you, and you deserve every moment, so
treasure it. Going to commercial, and they are still standing for
her...what a gracious lady! Now this has become a great night, and one
more category, and I get to go home with all my winners!!"
"Last Category...Outstanding Drama Series. Oh, and all I've heard is
how GH and Y&R are tied in this category with an equal number of wins.
Well, Dick Clark warned all the Executive Producers that we were really in a
time
crunch, and to keep it short. And the winner is.....General Hospital!!!!
Excellent -- the tie is broken! These folks had a great
year, and gave it their all. Let's see what they come up with for next
year -- it will be a tough act to follow. Hopefully Jonathan and a few
other favorites will return..I can't wait to see how they top this!!"
"Congratulations to all!! There are no losers here -- just a lot of
talented people, who some day will all get their shot, and take me
home...so here's to the new millennium and what it will bring.
Now.....LET'S PARTY!!!!!!!"
Story by Karen
by Karen
