Emmy Producers Reveal How They Pulled Off That Taylor Swift Cameo
"When you make a promise to Captain Benson, you've got to keep it," Jesse Collins, Jeannae Rouzan-Clay and Dionne Harmon tell THR of the surprise 'SVU' sketch with Emmys host Mariska Hargitay coming together.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards showcased several memorable moments, including a meta "Law & Order: SVU" sketch featuring Taylor Swift and Mariska Hargitay. Swift's involvement in the sketch began during the initial meeting between producers, with Collins and Harmon both expressing excitement about the idea. Swift insisted on including Easter eggs from the show, leading to the addition of her cat as Olivia Benson.
The sketch was filmed on the "SVU" set in New York late in August, with Swift's involvement ensuring its authenticity. Other tributes included heartfelt performances for Dolly Parton, Catherine O'Hara, Tim Curry, Hayden Panettiere, Rob Reiner, and James Burrows, with each tribute having a unique approach. The Bob Hope Humanitarian Award was presented to Michael J. Fox, marking an emotional start to the show.
While the show ran slightly ahead of schedule, producers trusted presenters Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson to maintain the pace.
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