‘Squid Game’ takes home historic wins at the Emmy Awards 2022

Squid Game has suggested that Leonardo DiCaprio could be a part of the series one day, after the Inception star revealed he’s a huge fan of the show. Following the premiere of the South Korean drama last year, it went on to receive numerous recognitions, including 14 nominations at the recent Emmy Awards.

Major Hollywood actors including Leonardo DiCaprio will “probably” become part of Squid Game if there is a third season, according to the show’s Emmy-winning director Hwang Dong-hyuk, who said Netflix has upped budget for season two and he has now settled on the games.

Rebecca Souw Leonardo DiCaprio could be invited to join the cast of Netflix’s Emmy winning global smash hit “Squid Game” in a future season, series writer-director Hwang Dong-hyuk has said. At a Netflix-hosted congratulatory press conference in Seoul on Friday, when asked if any known Hollywood actor would star in “Squid Game” Season 2, Hwang said: “There will be no known Hollywood actor in Season 2. That’s not in the plan and if the stage changes, maybe in Season 3 – but for Season 2, it is still set in Korea. Leonardo DiCaprio did say he’s a big fan of ‘Squid Game,’ so maybe if time or chances allow, we can ask him to join the games.”

Sheryl Lee Ralph is glowing after her big win at the 2022 Emmy Awards!

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Moonhwa Ilbo reported that the second season of the hit Netflix series will implement a new mechanism for the games named Cheol-su, described to be the “boyfriend” of Young-hee, the iconic giant doll used in the ‘Red Light, Green Light’ game in the first season.Moonhwa Ilbo cited the reason behind the introduction of new mechanisms to creator Hwang Dong-hyuk’s resolve to come up with new games for the upcoming season, who was said to have “put a lot of effort” into devising the games and even “struggled” with selecting the final one.Filming for the hit Netflix series’ much-anticipated second season will begin in 2023, according to Moonhwa Ilbo, with an alleged release window for the new season being sometime at the end of 2024.The publication also reported on alleged new details of Squid Game 2, writing that the first season’s main character, Seong Gi-hoon (played by Lee Jung-jae), will continue to be the second season’s primary focus. Moonhwa Ilbo also alleged that the Frontman (played by Lee Byung-hun), as well as Gong Yoo’s cameo character, will be returning to the show.Reportedly, Squid Game 2 will also feature a new roster of characters, seeing as a majority of the participants and cast were killed off in the first season. However, Moonhwa Ilbo reported that actors Jung Ho-yeon (Kang Sae-byeok on the show) and Wi Ha-joon (detective Hwang Jun-ho) may have appearances in the upcoming sequel.Neither Netflix nor representatives from the Squid Game production team have responded to the reports as of writing.The news comes shortly after the show and its cast took home several historic wins at this year’s Emmy Awards, which were held earlier this week on September 12.

Jimmy Kimmel's controversial prolonged comedy bit during Monday night's 2022 Emmy Awards. The Emmy-winning star revealed that she was less than pleased about the late-night talk show host playing dead during co-star and fellow first-time Emmy winner Quinta Brunson's acceptance speech. «I was absolutely confused,» she told reporters at ABC's TCA day on Wednesday. «I didn't know what was going on.

Bill Hader is being commended for his decision to wear a face mask while attending Monday night’s Emmy Awards.

Selena Gomez wore at this year’s Emmy Awards. At the 74th annual award show on Monday, the 30-year-old actor appeared on stage alongside her Only Murders in the Building co-stars, Steve Martin and Martin Short.

dominating the 2022 Emmy Awards, taking home five of the awards, including Outstanding Limited Series or Movie.Creator of the show, Mike White, received two of the awards, including Outstanding Directing for a Limited Series or Movie, while the cast was honored with Supporting Actress/Actor in a Limited Series or Movie, won by Jennifer Coolidge and Murray Bartlett.Another big winner of the night was ‘Ted Lasso’ and ‘Succession,’ each show winning three awards.

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One of a kind. Nominees, winners and presenters stopped by the official Celebrity Gifting Suite backstage at the 2022 Emmys where they selected unique items to take home with them — on top of the Emmy statuette itself.

Reese Witherspoon was giving us the full fantasy. The Hollywood star prepared to sparkle for the highly anticipated Emmy Awards, walking the red carpet of the awards with a dazzling Armani Privé gown.The 46-year-old actress paired the regal look with strappy black heels and stunning jewelry from Tiffany & Co.

Selena Gomez got some jokes! The singer, actress, and businesswoman gave the 2022 Emmys audience a good laugh after cracking several puns that involved her Only Murders in the Building cast members and even paparazzi. During the 74th ceremony, Gomez presented the award for Outstanding Variety Talk Series (See the complete list of winners at the 2022 Emmys here), but before announcing the winner, she poked fun at Steve Martin.

The winners of this year's Emmy Awards, the most prestigious honours in television, have been announced. Succession, Ted Lasso, The White Lotus and Squid Game are among the shows that walked away with top awards.

Zendaya set the tone for last night's Emmy Awards. Not only did she make history as the youngest-ever recipient of not one but two awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, but her ball gown, a swooshing and strapless number from Valentino, lent towards Old Hollywood. According to her stylist and image architect, Law Roach, the dress was based on an archival gown from the late 1980s - yet another example of something old taking today's red carpet by storm.

2022 Emmy Awards, and among them was Reese Witherspoon who rocked a sensational gown.RELATED: Reese Witherspoon's property portfolio is constantly evolving - detailsDressed to impress, the Legally Blonde actress slipped into an incredible midnight blue Armani dress dripping in glistening sequins. Her striking strapless number cascaded down to her ankles and featured waves of folded fabric down the center line.WATCH: Lizzo's emotional acceptance speech at the 2022 Emmy AwardsReese teamed her seriously stylish dress with chic black heels and a statement jewelled necklace complete with chunky aquamarine stones.

There were tears and surprises at last night's Emmy Awards on Monday as Julia Garner triumphed for playing the role of Ruth in Netflix’s Ozark. It was Julia's third Emmy having won the accolade in 2019 and again in 2020.The star fought of other nominees to win the award including Patricia Arquette who was nominated for her role in Severance.

Squid Game star Lee Jung-jae has made history by becoming the first Korean actor to win an Emmy award for Best Actor in a Drama. During Monday (12 September) night’s ceremony, the 49-year-old actor won the Emmy award for his lead role in the Korean-language series. “Thank you to the Television Academy, thank you to Netflix and thank you to the director for making realistic problems we all face come to life so creatively on the screen with a great script,” he said during his acceptance speech at the star-studded ceremony.

Jimmy Kimmel has nothing but praise for Quinta Brunson after her big win at the 2022 Emmy Awards. Even if his comedy bit during the segment seemed to rub people the wrong way.

Lizzo gave an emotional speech at the Emmy Awards on Monday night following her spectacular win.MORE: Lizzo's new hair transformation is nothing you would ever expectThe Juice hitmaker was visibly moved as she took to the stage to accept her award for her show entitled Watch Out For The Big Grrrls. Overcome with emotion, Lizzo dedicated her first ever Emmy award to 'the big girls'.WATCH: Lizzo's emotional acceptance speech at the 2022 Emmy AwardsIn her moving speech, she said: "I mean my big girls come to the stage right now. I want to say thank you to the Emmys and the Emmy voters.MORE: Lizzo went full glam for her birthday in the furriest heels we’ve ever seenSEE: Lizzo turns up the heat in stunning bikini-clad photos during beach vacation"I'm very emotional! The trophy is nice, but my emotion is for these people who are on the stage with me.

Succession, Ted Lasso and The White Lotus were the victors in their respective drama, comedy and limited categories at this year’s Emmy Awards. In total, the trio bagged 12 awards at Monday’s ceremony, including the big prize in their respective fields.

HBO/HBO Max was on a roll tonight, winning 12 categories more than all other networks and streamers combined. Factoring in the Creative Arts, HBO/HBO Max led the field with 37 Emmys vs. 26 for its main rival Netflix, which had a more modest haul of three trophies tonight.

Jesse Armstrong said it had been a “big week for successions” as his hit HBO drama scooped a top prize at the 74th Emmy Awards. In his acceptance speech for the final award of the night, the British writer suggested there had been “a bit more voting involved” in the show’s win than with the ascension of the new King.

Elle Fanning wanted to "pay homage" to 'The Great's costume team at the Emmy Awards. The 24-year-old actress - who was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series but lost out to 'Hacks' star Jean Smart - worked with the show's costume designer Sharon Long and seamstress Catherine Shaw to create the pink and black gown she wore to Monday's (12. 09.

Zendaya changed into her second look of the night while celebrating her win following the 2022 Emmy Awards.

Jimmy Kimmel has nothing but praise for Quinta Brunson after her big win at the 2022 Emmy Awards. Even if his comedy bit during the segment seemed to rub people the wrong way.Kimmel attended the Walt Disney Company Emmys After Party on Monday, and he spoke with ET's Matt Cohen about the star and creator's exciting win.«She is so unbelievably talented.

first time hosting the Emmys proved that the “Saturday Night Live” veteran is ready for prime time — despite his one-and-done NBC sitcom, “Kenan.”Thompson, the longest-tenured “SNL” trouper (19 seasons and counting), provided a sure, guiding, self-deprecating hand and deftly kept the Emmy-cast train rolling — while staying as far under the radar as appropriate to allow the night’s winners to bask in their moments of glory.Thompson did, of course, participate in the usual — contractually obligated — awkward opening segment. This year, it riffed on “legally cleared TV songs” and Thompson showed some fierce dance moves joining the fleet-footed ensemble that strutted to theme songs from, among others, “Friends,” “Game of Thrones” and “The Brady Bunch” (with Thompson replacing Alice in that show’s iconic montage).Later in the telecast, he introduced the accountants from Ernst & Young — then promptly shooed them off the stage.

Primetime Emmy Awards when she won lead actress in a drama series for her performance in Euphoria.She previously took home the same award in 2020, also for her performance as Rue in Euphoria, and duly became the first Black woman to win the Emmy for lead actress in a drama series twice.At 26, she is also the youngest actress ever to win two Emmy awards. Host Kenan Thompson had referenced her age earlier in the show when he quipped: “Zendaya just turned 26.

Selma Blair was welcomed to the stage at the Emmys with a standing ovation and she got emotional by the warm greeting.

Quinta Brunson is reacting to Jimmy Kimmel‘s bit at the 2022 Emmy Awards.

When the cameras weren’t rolling at the 2022 Emmy Awards, the celebs were out of their seats and mingling with their friends at other tables!

Succession won the top award of the night at the Emmys and the show’s creator Jesse Armstrong took the moment to throw shade at King Charles III.