Joy Sunday has officially received her first Emmy nomination for her role as Agent Jodie Plumb in the limited series DTF St. Louis. The nominations were announced on July 8, 2026, with the series garnering a total of 13 nominations, including Best Limited or Anthology Series.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Sunday shared her excitement about the nomination, stating, "It was all happening very quickly. Gosh, I was actually on the phone with [series creator] Steve [Conrad]’s assistant/co-producers when it all happened, and then my phone just kind of rang up, and the entire cast is all in the group chat with the producers, so pretty much everyone [found out] at the same time." This moment of shared joy highlights the family-like atmosphere that the cast experienced on set.
Joy Sunday’s Journey to Emmy Recognition
Before her role in DTF St. Louis, Sunday appeared in notable series such as Netflix’s Wednesday and Yas Kween. However, it was her performance in DTF St. Louis that led to her first Emmy nomination, a recognition she felt was well-deserved. "I really have so much faith in this show. It’s an honor and a gift to be recognized for my work on it," she stated, expressing her happiness for the entire cast's recognition.
Reflecting on her character, Agent Plumb, Sunday wanted to infuse warmth and empathy into her portrayal. She explained, "I did want to infuse a lot of warmth and empathy into this person who is taking a very holistic approach to how she’s going about this investigation." Her commitment to character development was further enhanced by working alongside seasoned actors like Richard Jenkins.
Collaborating with Jason Bateman
Sharing scenes with Jason Bateman was a significant moment for Sunday, who had long admired him. She humorously recalled, "My first day working with him was probably about a month into shooting. I had flown in on a red-eye from Wednesday, had no sleep, and was about to spend a straight week interrogating Jason Bateman." This opportunity was a dream come true for Sunday, who had previously expressed a desire to shadow Bateman.
Sunday appreciated the easygoing atmosphere on set, stating, "It speaks to how easygoing and warm the energy on set was. Working opposite Jason and Richard Jenkins just all came together. I’m so grateful to both of them for being such fantastic scene partners." Their collaboration contributed to the show’s success and her nomination.
Memorable Experiences on Set
Beyond her on-screen achievements, Sunday also created lasting memories from her time on set. She humorously shared, "That was very much a Christmas came early kind of set. There are sweaters, T-shirts, keychains. I think I made Richard some golf balls that say ‘Indiana Jones Jack Off Classics.’" Despite leaving her character's wardrobe behind, she kept several mementos from the production.
- Joy Sunday’s first Emmy nomination for supporting actress
- DTF St. Louis received 13 nominations total
- Joy's character emphasizes warmth and empathy
- Collaboration with Jason Bateman and Richard Jenkins
- Memorable set experiences and keepsakes
As Sunday prepares for the Emmy ceremony, her journey illustrates the dedication and passion that actors bring to their craft, making her recognition all the more meaningful.
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