Being Quote by Jimmy Kimmel
“At the Emmys, you've got a bunch of people who are used to being on TV on TV. You don't have that at the Oscars. At the Oscars, you have people who are used to having 40 takes.”
About This Quote
Source Television: The Emmys vs. The Oscars, 2022
The Emmys feature people accustomed to frequent TV appearances, unlike the Oscars where participants are used to many takes.
In simple terms: Emmys have TV‑seasoned guests; Oscars guests are used to many takes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize different media cultures when hosting events.
Themes
media
culture
event hosting
Mood
observational
humorous
Type
commentary
entertaining
When to use this quote
- Award ceremonies
- live TV hosting
- guest preparation
Key Concepts
television production
award shows
live broadcasting
Questions to Reflect On
- How does audience expectation differ between awards shows?
- What challenges arise from differing production styles?
A Different Perspective
The statement oversimplifies the varied experiences of all participants.
