Both the Oscars and the Tonys initiated consultations regarding the potential for gender-neutral categories in 2022. However, they have maintained their ‘Best Actress’ and ‘Best Actor’ categories.
In recent years, the debate regarding gender-neutral categories has been contentious.
Emma, the heroine of The Crown, has previously stated that awards ceremonies are not “inclusive enough”
and that change would allow all individuals to feel “acknowledged and represented.” She also uses they/them pronouns.
In an interview with the BBC’s Today Programme, Emma expressed her optimism for the possibility of gender-neutral categories at significant awards ceremonies, stating, “I aspire to a future in which that is accomplished.”
At present, I believe that the categories are insufficiently inclusive. It is about the ability of all individuals to feel recognized and represented.
