The 2025 Emmys are fast approaching, and the competition for Best Comedy Supporting Actress is fierce. This article highlights the episodes submitted by each nominee, offering insights into their performances and Emmy histories.
2025 Emmys: Best Comedy Supporting Actress Nominees and Their Submitted Episodes
Gold Derby has confirmed the episodes submitted by nominees like Catherine O’Hara and Hannah Einbinder in the Best Comedy Supporting Actress category. Below, you’ll find the full list of submissions, along with episode recaps and a look at each actor’s Emmy history.
Liza Colón-Zayas as Tina in The Bear
Episode: “Napkins”
Recap: The show flashes back to Tina’s origin story at The Beef, beginning with her being let go from a job and facing rejection in a bleak job hunt. She wanders into The Beef, where she meets Mikey, who listens to her struggles and confesses his own feelings of inadequacy compared to his brother Carmy. Their shared vulnerability leads to an unspoken understanding and a job offer that changes Tina’s life.
Emmy History: Colón-Zayas won an Emmy in this category in 2024.
Hannah Einbinder as Ava Daniels in Hacks
Episode: “Mrs. Table”
Recap: Ava reaches her breaking point when a guest appearance by her ex-girlfriend leads to an embarrassing story from her past being aired on the show. The day only worsens as she finds out her current relationship has ended. Tensions boil over when she clashes with the writing staff, culminating in an explosive outburst. Overwhelmed and fed up, Ava announces she’s quitting and dramatically drives through the studio’s security gate in a desperate attempt to escape it all.
Emmy History: This is Einbinder’s fourth nomination in this category for Hacks.
Kathryn Hahn as Maya Mason in The Studio
Episode: “Casting”
Recap: The team scrambles to come up with a cast for their Kool-Aid movie that won’t offend anyone, ruthlessly satirizing Hollywood’s attempts to address diversity and avoid appearing insensitive as they scramble to fill the roles.
Emmy History: This is Hahn’s fourth Emmy nomination. She was previously nominated for her work in Tiny Beautiful Things, WandaVision, and Transparent.
Janelle James as Ava Coleman in Abbott Elementary
Episode: “Music Class”
Recap: Ava’s unexpected firing puts her future at Abbott Elementary in question, but it also reveals the depth of her adaptability. Rather than spiraling, she thrives outside the school, rebranding herself as a life coach with a successful TEB-Talk.
Emmy History: This is James’ fourth Emmy nomination for her role on Abbott Elementary.
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Catherine O’Hara as Patty Leigh in The Studio
Episode: “The Promotion”
Recap: In the premiere episode, Patty is abruptly fired from Continental Studios by CEO Griffin Mill (Bryan Cranston), and her protege, Matt Remick (Seth Rogen), takes over as studio chief. But when Matt faces a crisis, he shows up at Patty’s doorstep seeking her help, only to find her in the midst of an emotional breakdown.
Emmy History: O’Hara has 10 Emmy nominations and two wins.
Sheryl Lee Ralph as Barbara Howard in Abbott Elementary
Episode: “100th Day of School”
Recap: Barbara gets a phone call from her daughter Taylor, revealing she’s pregnant and planning to move to Philadelphia with her partner and baby. The news sends Barbara into a quiet tailspin as she grapples with the reality of becoming a grandmother and the looming questions about retirement and what this next chapter of life will look like.
Emmy History: In 2022, Ralph won an Emmy for her role in Abbott Elementary; she was also nominated in 2023 and 2024.
Jessica Williams as Gaby in Shrinking
Episode: “Changing Patterns”
Recap: Gaby confronts long-standing dynamics with her mother, Phyllis, when Phyllis unexpectedly announces plans to move in with her. At first, Gaby hesitates to speak up, but with gentle encouragement from Paul (Harrison Ford), she finds the courage to set clear, firm boundaries for the first time.
Emmy History: This is Williams’ second nomination for her role as Gaby.
Source: www.goldderby.com
