Meghann Fahy has received her first lead actress nomination for her role in Netflix’s Sirens, a dark comedy limited series. The series, created by Molly Smith Metzler and based on her 2011 play Elemeno Pea, premiered on May 22, 2025, and has garnered positive reviews for its exploration of themes such as gender, power, and social class.
Fahy portrays Devon DeWitt, a sharp-witted but troubled young woman who becomes increasingly alarmed by her sister Simone’s unsettling entanglement with her new employer, the enigmatic and controlling billionaire Michaela Kell. Set over the course of a single weekend at a luxurious beach estate, the series delves into the psychological dynamics at play as Devon stages an intervention to pull her sister back to reality, only to find herself drawn into Michaela’s manipulative web.
Fahy’s nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards was unexpected, as she had previously been recognized for her supporting role in The White Lotus. Her performance in Sirens has been praised for its complexity and depth, contributing to the series’ critical acclaim.
