Kathy Bates's Threats to Retire Derailed by Emmy Nomination for Matlock
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Kathy Bates committed to her role in CBS's Matlock as her final acting endeavor. At age 77, she received an Emmy nomination for Lead Actress in a Drama Series, making her the oldest nominee in this category's history. This nomination is among 15 she has received throughout her career. She has won twice, first for her guest role in Two and a Half Men and the second for her supporting role in American Horror Story: Coven. Matlock is set to debut its second season in October 2025.
Kathy Bates has taken on the role of Matlock, with a promise that it will be her final role. Bates received an Emmy nomination as Lead Actress in a Drama Series, making history as the oldest nominee in this category.
Bates has been nominated for an Emmy 15 times over the years and has two wins, one for a guest role in Two and a Half Men and another for American Horror Story: Coven.
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