In one of the big surprises of the night,Hacksshocked the audience beating favoriteThe Bearin best writing in a comedy series.Lucia Aniello,Paul W. DownsandJen Statskytook home the award for the episodeBulletproofand co-writer Downs thanked those that have stuck with the show from the start.
If you have seen the show or feel more seen by the show and laughed at, we thank you, you have made us feel more connected to the world, said Downs.
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BesidesThe Bear,the other nominees the show beat for the award includedAbbott Elementary, GIrls5Eva, The Other TwoandWhat We Do in the Shadows.
The Emmy marked the second of the night forHacks,which also took home the award for best actress for Jean Smart.
This also marked the second Emmy for Aniello and Downs who had won a writing award for the shows first season.
