Known for their work on the acclaimed series “Schitt’s Creek,” the Levys were no strangers to the Emmys stage, having both been multiple award winners themselves.

Throughout the night, the 2024 Emmys celebrated some of television’s best. “Shōgun,” a newcomer to the awards scene, led the night with an impressive 25 nominations and took home the prize for Outstanding Drama Series.

“The Bear” also had a big night, sweeping several comedy acting categories, including wins for Jeremy Allen White and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Meanwhile, “Hacks” secured the Outstanding Comedy Series title, with Jean Smart earning her third win for her role on the show.

In the limited series category, “Baby Reindeer” dominated, winning Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, along with acting and writing awards for its star Richard Gadd.

However, it wasn’t just the winners that drew attention; the show’s “In Memoriam” segment, a fixture of the annual telecast, sparked controversy. The tribute honored notable figures like Shannen Doherty, Chance Perdomo, Martin Mull, and Richard Lewis, acknowledging those the television world had lost over the past year.

During that ceremony, the Emmys paid a special tribute to Perry, concluding the “In Memoriam” segment with the “Friends” theme song, “I’ll Be There for You,” playing in the background — a touching nod to his iconic role.

Matthew Perry’s omission from the 2024 Emmys’ “In Memoriam” segment struck a nerve with fans. While the Emmy organizers clarified that Perry was honored earlier in the year, his absence during the September ceremony served as a painful reminder of how deeply he is missed.