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Winners and nominees

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*Winners are listed first, highlighted in boldface, and indicated with a double dagger (). **Nominees

Film

Films with multiple wins

The following films received multiple wins:

Films with multiple nominations

The following films received multiple nominations:

Television

Programs with multiple wins

The following television programs received multiple wins:

Programs with multiple nominations

The following television programs received multiple nominations:

Special awards

Performers

Performers listed in the order of appearance.

References

External links

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