Few actresses command attention like Regina King. From “Boyz n the Hood” to “The Boondocks” to “Seven Seconds,” she’s built a repertoire of compelling performances.

With several awards under her belt, it’s clear the Television Academy has noticed. The actress and director received an Emmy nomination for the fourth year in a row.

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