Hilary Swank may be looking to add an Emmy to her already impressive awards shelf.
AG°Ù¼ÒÀÖ has learned exclusively that the two-time Academy Award winner will be submitted for consideration in the outstanding guest actress in a drama category for her surprise role as adult Melissa in the horror-thriller series “Yellowjackets,” which streams on Paramount+.
Swank made her first appearance in the March 28 episode — the eighth installment of the show’s third season — in a jaw-dropping twist that finally revealed the long-speculated fate of Melissa. In the episode, adult Shauna (Melanie Lynskey) discovers that Melissa is not only alive, but living under a new identity with a family unaware of her traumatic past. The emotional reunion escalates into a violent confrontation, offering Swank a dramatic showcase in one of the season’s most pivotal episodes.
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Swank is expected to appear in the final two episodes of the season, but Episode 8 will serve as her official submission for Emmy consideration.
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Best known for her Oscar-winning performances in “Boys Don’t Cry” (1999) and “Million Dollar Baby” (2004), Swank has seldom taken on television roles. Her appearance in “Yellowjackets” marks a notable return to serialized drama. She previously earned critical praise for her portrayal of lawyer Gail Getty in FX’s “Trust” (2018) and starred in Netflix’s short-lived sci-fi series “Away” (2020).
Swank’s casting was kept tightly under wraps by Paramount+, Showtime and the creative team behind “Yellowjackets,” which made a considerable impact for longtime fans of the series.
Swank is currently predicted to face stiff competition in the guest actress category, particularly from standout performers in some of this year’s top series contenders. Among them are Gwendoline Christie and Merritt Wever, both impressing with their individual turns on Apple TV+’s critically acclaimed “Severance.”
“Yellowjackets,” which has made name for itself with its dual timelines and impressive ensemble cast, has been a critical darling since its debut. The series has earned multiple accolades, including seven Primetime Emmy nominations, with past nods for outstanding drama series and acting nominations for Melanie Lynskey and Christina Ricci.
Nominations for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards will be announced July 15.
