Fans blast Emmys 'In Memoriam' for including John McCain, ignoring Mac Miller

Mac Miller and John McCain. (Photo: Getty Images)
Mac Miller and John McCain. (Photo: Getty Images)

“In Memoriam” segments during awards shows seldom leave everyone satisfied and that was the case at this year’s Emmys too.

Fans were outraged at the exclusion of Mac Miller, who died earlier this month at age 26 of a suspected overdose. The rapper and well-respected lyricist wasn’t just a figure in the music industry but, as many pointed out, starred in his own MTV2 reality show, Mac Miller and the Most Dope Family, for two seasons from 2013 to 2014.

The “In Memoriam” segment included entertainment professionals both in front of and behind the camera. Among those honored were singers and songwriters like Aretha Franklin, TV personalities like Anthony Bourdain, and notable figures, such as John McCain — which made Miller’s snub even more baffling for some.

Ariana Grande, who split with Miller earlier this year, was set to attend the Emmys tonight with fiancé Pete Davidson but ultimately decided not to go 10 days after her ex-boyfriend’s death. “Pete has also opted to not attend to be with her in New York,” her team told People ahead of the show.

“Given the events of the past couple of years, Ariana is going to take some much-needed time to heal and mend,” her team added. “She will be staying close to home and using this period to spend time with her loved ones and work on new music without deadline. She thanks her fans for their understanding.”

Here’s what people loved and hated about this year’s Emmy Awards:

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