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'The Bear'
A perennial awards-season darling, FX's anxiety-inducing dramedy 'The Bear' scored 13 nominations this year. Star and Dorchester native
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Julianne Nicholson in "Paradise."
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Hulu's post-apocalyptic drama 'Paradise' scored four nominations this year, including a nod for outstanding drama series. Star and Medford native
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Uzo Aduba in "The Residence."
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