“Schitt’s Creek” takes Emmys by storm

Canadian show “Schitt’s Creek” stormed Sunday night’s Emmy Awards, taking the first seven trophies handed out.

The show earned the best comedy series award and all four key cast members snagged acting trophies.

Hamilton-born Eugene Levy and Toronto-born Catherine O’Hara play Johnny and Moira Rose, the parents of a formerly wealthy family adjusting to life in a small town the father once bought as a joke.

What a night for us! And what a night for our fans!! Thank you Emmy voters for that heartfelt love letter!! @SchittsCreek @SchittsCreekPop

— Eugene Levy (@Realeugenelevy) September 21, 2020

Daniel Levy and Annie Murphy both got supporting actor nods for playing their children, David and Alexis.

Levy also won a writing award and a directing trophy he shares with Andrew Cividino for the show, which ended its sixth and final season in April.

Levy said the series highlights the need for transformational love and acceptance in today’s world.

The awards were handed out in a pandemic-adjusted virtual Emmys.