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Do award shows accurately reflect the quality of television shows?

Lourdes Vasyunin

As an avid user of social media and a TV enthusiast, I cannot help but have an opinion on the reliability of award shows when it comes to selecting the crème de la crème of television shows. The short answer to this question is NO, award shows do not always accurately reflect the quality of TV shows.

Let's take a walk down memory lane and remember some past award shows. Remember when "Friends" didn't win a single Emmy Award until its 8th season? That's right, folks, 8 whole seasons! and then we have "The Wire," often regarded as one of the best shows in TV history, but it never won a single Emmy Award. So one would wonder, how could these critically acclaimed shows not get recognized by the award shows? Who is picking these shows anyway?

Award shows are not perfect. They usually have a panel of judges, voters, or members who select the nominees and eventually the winners. These people are often individuals with a vested interest in the industry, and their tastes may not necessarily represent the general public's tastes. But wait, it gets worse. In some cases, campaigns are run by networks and studios, which can sway the judges in their favor or against someone else.

Also, let's not forget the issue of diversity and representation in award shows. The lack of diversity in nominees and winners has been a hot topic in recent years. Many argue that the lack of representation undermines the quality of the award itself. Therefore, it's not just about the quality of the TV show but also who is behind the TV shows.

So, there you have it, folks. As a user of social media and a viewer of TV shows, I can conclude that award shows do not always accurately reflect the quality of television shows. Does that mean we shouldn't pay attention to them? Of course not! Award shows can be fun, exciting, and offer a glimpse into the industry's inner workings. But, we should take them with a grain of salt and keep in mind that they are not the end-all and be-all when it comes to determining a TV show's quality.