Ted Lassois not a stranger to winning awards. And now Apple is promoting another big win for the hit comedy series. And this one’s a big one, as far as rewards are concerned.
Apple TV+comedyTed Lassohasearned a Peabody Awardfor excellence in storytelling. Jason Sudeikis, who plays Ted Lasso in the series (and also executive produces), accepted the award on behalf of the show’s actors and creators. It was presented by fellow actor and comedian, Will Ferrell (Anchorman,The Shrink Next Door).
This is actually not the first Peabody Award that an Apple TV+ entry has picked up. Last year, the seriesDickinson, which stars Hailee Steinfeld,won for Apple’s streaming service as well. In that case, it was because of the “crackling energy” and anachronism presented by the show. Indeed,Dickinsonis one of the most unique comedies out there.
From today’s announcement:
Apple’s global comedy sensation ‘Ted Lasso’ today received one of the industry’s highest honors, earning an esteemed Peabody Award for excellence in storytelling. The award was presented virtually by Will Ferrell and was accepted by ‘Ted Lasso’ executive producer and star Jason Sudeikis. Since its launch, the multiple award-winning series has delighted audiences all over the world with its positivity, optimism and humor. The Peabody organization celebrates the finest in broadcasting and digital media, including television, radio/podcasts, and the web, in entertainment, news, documentary, children’s and public service programming.
This series is having a busy day. Earlier, Apple TV+released the first official trailerfor the upcoming second season. And then after that, we reported that you canbuy official merchandiseinspired by the show from WB.
And, as mentioned above, these are not the first award wins forTed Lasso. Sudeikis himselfearned a winfrom the Screen Actors Guild earlier this year. And the showpicked up three winsfrom this year’s Critics Choice Awards, too.
