Katherine LaNasa Celebrated in Major Profiles and Pre-Emmy Buzz

August 25, 2025 - LOS ANGELES

Veteran actress Katherine LaNasa made headlines today as the entertainment world continues to rally around her first Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, LaNasa revealed that Emmy-winner Sarah Paulson has been her confidante and guide as she navigates the whirlwind of awards season. “She just keeps telling me, ‘Take it all in. Enjoy it,’” LaNasa said of her friend’s encouragement. The actress admitted that, beyond the nomination itself, she’s most excited to connect with peers whose work she admires, including Patricia Arquette, Julianne Nicholson, and Meghann Fahy, at the September 14 ceremony.

Meanwhile, The New York Times published a feature tracing LaNasa’s unexpected journey from completing breast cancer treatment to earning her first Emmy nod for her portrayal of charge nurse Dana Evans on HBO Max’s medical drama The Pitt. The profile highlights how season 1’s authentic depiction of frontline caregiving resonated with nursing professionals and won LaNasa widespread acclaim. “If you find yourself in need of emergency care, consider yourself fortunate if a nurse like Dana Evans is on duty,” the Times observed, noting that LaNasa’s personal resilience mirrored that of her character.

As the nominees prepare for Emmy week, LaNasa’s candid reflections on perseverance and the delight of peer recognition underscore both her personal triumph and the industry’s embrace of her long-awaited spotlight.