Chill, Seth Rogen. L.A. health officials say Emmys didn’t violate COVID-19 rules

Jason Sudeikis and the “Ted Lasso” team celebrate at the 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. In response to an outcry over this year’s show — which saw hundreds of nominees, presenters and guests gather unmasked and in close proximity inside a decorated tent at L.A. Live — health officials released a statement Monday absolving participants of their alleged pandemic crimes. Also, Public Health was informed that each of these persons had a verified negative PCR test 48 hours prior to the show.” After more than a year of virtual and outdoor awards shows, featuring top talent in fashionable face coverings, Sunday’s Emmys telecast resembled a return to pre-pandemic times — though the highly contagious Delta variant of the coronavirus continues to sweep across California and abroad. “The Emmys reached out to Public Health in advance to share their safety protocols, which exceeded the baseline requirements for television and film productions,” the statement continued. “Careful planning before large events is essential to assure that all health and safety requirements are adequately addressed.. Public Health will continue review the protocols of future large television production events and prescribe additional safety modifications to mitigate risk of COVID-19 transmission.” Regardless of vaccination status, those not actively participating in a music, TV or film production are still required to wear face coverings indoors in L.A.