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Tuesday 23 July 2019, 11:07am

This year's Primetime Emmy nominations have been announced, with several RADA graduates shortlisted for their writing and performance, and particular success for Fleabag and Killing Eve, both created by graduate Phoebe Waller-Bridge.

Hit BBC comedy Fleabag has gained eleven nominations at this year's Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series, as well as for performances from RADA graduates Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Outstanding Comedy Actress), Sian Clifford (Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series) and Fiona Shaw (Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series). Phoebe is also nominated for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series for episode one of the second series, which broadcast this year.

Fiona Shaw is also shortlisted for her work in Killing Eve, picking up a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Carolyn Martens. Killing Eve is nominated for nine awards in total, including Outstanding Drama Series. The first series was written by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who continued to work on the show as executive producer for the second series.

Also nominated at this year's awards is Ben Whishaw, who is shortlisted for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series for A Very English Scandal. He has previously won a Golden Globe, BAFTA and Critics' Choice Award for the role.

Take a look at the full list of Emmy nominees here. Winners will be announced in Los Angeles on 22 September.