The Pitt Emmy Nominee Sepideh Moafi Teases Tone Shift in Season 3
Originally published Jul 8, 2026
By Meredith Jacobs, TV Insider · TV Insider
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Key points
- Sepideh Moafi was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in 'The Pitt'.
- 'The Pitt' leads all drama series with 26 Emmy nominations for 2026, including 13 acting nods.
- Moafi teased a 'tone shift' in Season 3 and shared her emotional reaction to the Emmy nomination.
Sepideh Moafi, who was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in 'The Pitt,' shared her reaction to the Emmy nomination. 'The Pitt' leads all drama series with 26 Emmy nominations for 2026, including 13 acting nods. Moafi, who joined the cast in Season 2 as Dr. Al-Hashimi, discussed the significance of the nomination and teased a 'tone shift' in Season 3, which is currently in production. She described her initial disbelief and emotional response upon learning of the nomination, highlighting the surprise and joy of the moment. Moafi also reflected on her character's storyline, particularly her portrayal of a character dealing with a seizure disorder and the challenges it presents in her professional life.
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