As the sun set over Los Angeles, the Hollywood Reporter and SAG-AFTRA kicked off Emmys weekend with a star-studded celebration at the Stanley II mansion. The event, sponsored by Glenfiddich, Heineken, and Shake Shack, welcomed top TV talent, including Shogun's Anna Sawai and Hiroyuki Sanada, and Baby Reindeer stars Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, and Tom Goodman Hill.

But what happens when the glamour of the red carpet takes a backseat to the real-life experiences of the attendees? Imagine if we scratched beneath the surface of their Instagram-perfect smiles and discovered the true stories behind the scenes. What if we asked the hard questions, like "What's the most challenging part of being a TV star?" or "How do you handle the pressure of being nominated for an Emmy?" As we delve into the world of the stars, we'll discover that there's more to their stories than meets the eye.

Inside the mansion, guests mingled and took in the breathtaking views of the city. Quinta Brunson, Selma Blair, and Nikki Glaser were among the early arrivals, sipping on Heineken cocktails and nibbling on appetizers. Meanwhile, Noah Hawley, showrunner of the hit series Fargo, discussed the secrets behind his show's success. "It's all about finding the right story and the right characters," he said. "And a little bit of luck never hurts!"

As the night wore on, cast reunions became the norm. Shogun's Sawai and Sanada stopped to take photos together, while Reservation Dogs co-stars D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai and Devery Jacobs kept close. Woon-A-Tai, nominated for best actor in a comedy, gushed about the recognition his show had finally received. "We've been working really hard for a long time to do it," he said. "This has been something in the works for a such a long time."

But what about the pressure of being nominated for an Emmy? We asked Sanada, who was over the moon about Shogun's record-breaking success. "It's a lot for me," he admitted. "We spent a long time to create this show, and we had great teamwork, an East-meets-West great collaboration. Then great reaction from the audience, and now this. It's a lot."

As the party raged on, guests continued to mingle and take in the sights and sounds of the evening. DJ Kiss spun tunes, and the hidden disco and screening room became a hotspot for impromptu dancing and laughter. The question remains: what's the secret to making a night like this truly unforgettable?

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The Glamour and Glamour: A Star-Studded Emmys Celebration

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