Fans of Patrick Schwarzenegger are upset after the actor was left out of the 2025 Emmy Awards nominations despite his praised performance in The White Lotus Season 3. The HBO series received 23 nominations, but Schwarzenegger, who played the controversial character Saxon Ratliff, was not included. Many fans believe his acting was one of the best of the season and have called the snub “diabolical.”
Fans React Strongly to Patrick Schwarzenegger’s Emmy Omission
Social media exploded with disappointment after the Emmy nominations were announced. Fans argued that Schwarzenegger’s role as the arrogant and troubled Saxon Ratliff deserved recognition. His character had one of the most dramatic storylines, involving intense family conflicts and controversial scenes.
“Patrick Schwarzenegger not being nominated is diabolical when he gave the best male performance of this season.” – Fan on X (formerly Twitter)
“Nominating The White Lotus for a bazillion awards but leaving out Patrick Schwarzenegger is… a choice. Big thumbs down!!” – Another fan reaction
“Patrick Schwarzenegger not getting in for White Lotus has to be the worst snub of the morning. Holy st, that’s an awful shut out!” – X user
Despite the backlash, The White Lotus still dominated the nominations, with Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, and Sam Rockwell getting nods for Best Supporting Actor.
Patrick Schwarzenegger’s Role in The White Lotus Season 3
Schwarzenegger played Saxon Ratliff, the privileged and manipulative son of a wealthy family staying at a luxury resort in Thailand. His character was involved in disturbing subplots, including inappropriate behavior toward his siblings, which sparked both praise and controversy. Critics and fans agreed that his performance stood out, making his Emmy snub even more surprising.
The actor had previously spoken about the challenges of being labeled a “nepo baby” due to his famous father, Arnold Schwarzenegger. He emphasized his hard work, saying:
“I know there are people who’ll say I only got this role because of who my dad is. They’re not seeing that I’ve had 10 years of acting classes, put on school plays every week, worked on my characters for hours on end or the hundreds of rejected auditions I’ve been on.”
The White Lotus Season 3’s Emmy Success Without Schwarzenegger
While Schwarzenegger was overlooked, The White Lotus received nominations in major categories, including:
- Outstanding Drama Series
- Best Supporting Actor (Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, Sam Rockwell)
- Best Supporting Actress (Carrie Coon, Parker Posey, Aimee Lou Wood, Natasha Rothwell)
The show’s creator, Mike White, also earned nominations for writing and directing. Schwarzenegger responded to the snub gracefully, posting on Instagram:
“So awesome,” alongside water lily emojis, celebrating the show’s overall success.
Other Major Emmy Snubs in 2025
Schwarzenegger wasn’t the only surprising omission. Other notable snubs included:
- Squid Game (completely shut out despite high expectations)
- Meryl Streep (ignored for Only Murders in the Building)
- Elisabeth Moss (not nominated for The Handmaid’s Tale)
The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards will take place on September 14, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Fans are still hoping for a last-minute surprise, but as of now, Schwarzenegger’s performance remains unrecognized by the Television Academy.
Credits: Compiled from reports by Hindustan Times, The Guardian, NME, and The News.
