As the Emmy Awards took center stage, Eugene Levy and Dan Levy stepped up to host the night with their matching tuxedos, black frame glasses, and, of course, prominent eyebrows. Their introduction set the tone for the evening, with Dan Levy joking that they're not stand-up comedians, but rather "actors acting like hosts" – a gamble that either pays off or fails spectacularly. Eugene Levy added, "And if things go south, my name is pronounced Martin Short."

The first presenters of the night, Only Murders in the Building stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, took the stage, delivering some edgy jokes that landed better with the celebrity-filled audience. Steve Martin and Martin Short traded witty one-liners, with Martin poking fun at Short's appearance, saying he looks like someone who's "fallen and can't get up." Short retaliated, calling Martin a former women's tennis champion. But it was Selena Gomez who stole the show with her joke about the duo being "this far away from being childless cat ladies."

But how far away is too far? What does it mean to be a "childless cat lady," and is it an insult or a badge of honor? These questions swirled in the audience's minds as the presenters continued to roast the nominees. Later, Schitt's Creek stars Eugene Levy and Dan Levy took a dig at the year's most-nominated comedy series, The Bear, saying they wouldn't make jokes about it in the spirit of the show. But isn't that what comedy is all about – taking risks and poking fun at ourselves?

As the evening drew to a close, it became clear that the real winners were the audience, who were treated to a night of witty banter and humorous roasts. But what did we learn from this entertaining and lighthearted exchange? We learned that comedy is about taking risks, embracing our quirks, and laughing at ourselves. And we learned that when done well, a good roast can be a powerful tool for building connections and creating lasting memories.

DAN LEVY

The Ultimate Roast: Selena Gomez Takes Down Childless Cat Ladies Steve Martin and Martin Short

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