[s16e1] Emmy-winning Episode (AUTHENTIC)

Ty Burrell , Julie Bowen, and Sofía Vergara .

After 15 seasons of being the "red-headed stepchild" of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Family Guy finally addressed the elephant in the room with its Season 16 premiere: [S16E1] Emmy-Winning Episode

Peter eventually realizes that Family Guy is at its best when it isn't trying to be "prestige"—even if that means never taking home the gold. Ty Burrell , Julie Bowen, and Sofía Vergara

The irony, of course, is that the episode didn't actually win the Emmy it was "campaigning" for. However, it remains a fan favorite for its sharp meta-commentary on the television industry and its willingness to poke fun at its own formulaic nature. However, it remains a fan favorite for its

Peter explores his gender identity in a bid for the Best Actor in a Comedy category.