Primetime Emmy Awards 2025: Will Britt Lower Win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series?
Primetime Emmy Awards 2025: Will Britt Lower Win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series?
The Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series is a recognition of an actress’s exceptional performance and acting range.
2025 has been full of exciting dramas that have delighted audiences worldwide, and any of the nominees deserves to win the accolade this year.
As Britt Lower’s dual performance in Severance impressed critics and audiences, many believe she’ll be called to the stage to accept the honor at the prestigious ceremony. However, she faces tough competition in the category.
Keep reading to learn if Britt Lower is likely to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series at the Primetime Emmy Awards 2025.
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The 2025 Nominees
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Emmy 2025 Drama Actress Odds
| # | Bet Options | Chance to Win | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Implied Projected Winner Kathy Bates - Matlock Wins - Yes | 38.11% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Britt Lower - Severance Wins - Yes | 15.3% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Bella Ramsey - The Last Of Us Wins - Yes | 3.73% |
Here are the nominees for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards:
- Britt Lower – Severance
- Keri Russell – The Diplomat
- Bella Ramsey – The Last of Us
- Kathy Bates – Matlock
- Sharon Horgan – Bad Sisters
Britt Lower is a Strong Candidate
After a three-year hiatus, Severance returned to Apple TV+, blowing viewers away and earning widespread critical acclaim.
Britt Lower’s impressive dual performance received much praise, as she played two versions of the same person. For instance, she played an “innie” trapped in working life and an “outie” who is the fortunate heiress to a successful corporation.
As it provided Lower with an opportunity to showcase her extensive range, many critics stated she delivered a masterclass in acting, placing her in a strong position for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
The second season is the most-nominated series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, earning a whopping 27 nods in various categories. Its high regard with the Television Academy could stand Britt Lower in good standing for her first Emmy.
Kathy Bates is Tipped to Win
Kathy Bates is well-acquainted with the Primetime Emmy Awards, as she won Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for Two and a Half Men in 2012 and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for American Horror Story: Coven in 2014.
In addition to winning two Emmy awards, Kathy Bates earned two nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2011 and 2012 for her role in Harry’s Law.
While she might not have won the accolades, it could be third time lucky for Bates this year, as she’s received a nod in the category for her performance as Madeline “Matty” Matlock in the acclaimed CBS show Matlock.
BEO Betting odds have placed Kathy Bates as the frontrunner to win, as she delivered an emotive performance as a fierce but aging lawyer seeking justice for her daughter’s death.
Keri Russell May Win
Keri Russell is a veteran in the category, as she has received multiple award nominations in recent years.
She received three nominations for her role as Elizabeth Jennings in The Americans from 2016 to 2018.
Also, she has earned two nominations in the category for her performance as Kate Wyler in The Diplomat in 2023 and 2025.
While she has yet to win the accolade, she has earned considerable praise for her role as the US ambassador to the UK in the critically acclaimed Netflix show.
Her multiple nominations are proof of her popularity with the Television Academy, meaning it might be a matter of time until she accepts the award at the iconic ceremony.
Of course, another nominee could surprise by taking home the accolade for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series this year, such as Sharon Horgan in Bad Sisters or Bella Ramsey in The Last of Us.
However, TV fans won’t know who will take home the accolade until the winner is announced at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California, on September 14, 2025. It’s not to be missed!
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