In a year where the predictions were spot on, the Primetime Emmys ceremony was filled with unexpected twists and surprises. The coveted award for best comedy went to "Hacks," stealing the spotlight from the heavily favored "The Bear." But what made this upset so shocking? Was it the show's ability to balance humor and wit, or the fact that it premiered its strongest season yet? We'll dive into the factors that contributed to this surprise win.

The night's other surprise came when "The Traitors" banished "RuPaul's Drag Race" from the reality competition category. This Peacock series, known for its clever twists and memorable contestants, had been building momentum since its premiere in January. Could this be the start of a new era in reality TV?

From the comedy scene to reality TV, the Primetime Emmys redefined what we thought we knew about the best in television. With wins like Lamorne Morris's surprise victory for his role in "Fargo" and Liza Colón-Zayas's unexpected win over Hannah Einbinder and Meryl Streep in the supporting actress category, the night was filled with plenty of "what ifs" and "why nots."

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