New Emmy for reality TV is . . .
From a Times staff writer
They’ll be handing out a new Emmy in September -- for outstanding host of a reality or reality-competition program. Among those who will be eligible are Ryan Seacrest (“American Idol”), Jeff Probst (“Survivor”) and Phil Keoghan (“The Amazing Race”).
“Reality television has become such an integral part of television and our culture so it only made sense for us to create this new highly competitive category,” said John Shaffner, chairman of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
The first winner will be announced at the ceremony scheduled for Sept. 21 at the Nokia Theatre in downtown L.A.