The Nigerian actress, best known for her scene-stealing role in Netflix’s Wednesday, woke up to the news that she’s officially a Primetime Emmy nominee—her first ever.
The Television Academy recognised her gripping turn as Detective Jodie Plumb in HBO’s limited series DTF St. Louis, a performance that had critics calling her the show’s secret weapon.
Sunday’s nomination in the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series category puts her in elite company. She’ll battle it out with co-star Linda Cardellini, Dakota Fanning, Laurie Metcalf, Oscar-winner Youn Yuh-jung, and Constance Zimmer. That she’s holding her own against such seasoned names speaks volumes about her breakout year.
The victory feels even sweeter knowing her series overperformed across the board. DTF St. Louis hauled in 13 nominations total, with five going to its acting ensemble—a rare feat that underscores the show’s casting brilliance.
For Sunday, who spent years grinding in smaller roles before Wednesday made her a household name, this nod feels like the industry finally catching up to her talent.
Back home in Nigeria, fans are already planning watch parties for the September 14 ceremony at L.A.’s Peacock Theater. And with fellow Nigerian-descent star Ayo Edebiri also nominated, the diaspora pride is running high.
