shortlist
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It’s not to add Connor Storrie and Inde Navarrette to that stifling shortlist — it’s how much more talent there is waiting for a shot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
National Television Awards voters have selected an all-female shortlist in the best drama performance category for the first time.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Ellison’s shortlist reportedly includes Georgia, Texas and Tennessee.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
The longlist, referred to as the Booker Dozen, will be whittled down to a shortlist on 22 September, before the winner is announced on 9 November.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
People familiar with the matter said he didn’t make the shortlist of candidates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
