Local Filmmaker Shines With Emmy Nomination For BBQ Docuseries

PASADENA, CA (KMDL-FM) - A Lafayette native got some pretty good news late last week -- he's nominated yet again for a Daytime Emmy Award.

James Duhon Recognized for Work on BBQ High

James "Jimmy" Duhon received a nomination for his work as the Director of Photography on the BBQ High docuseries, which aired on Magnolia Network. The show got a nod in the Outstanding Culinary Cultural Series category.

Other nominees in the category include Chasing Flavor with Carla Hall (HBO | Max), Ingrediente: Mexico (Amazon Prime Video), and TrueSouth (ESPN | ABC | SEC Network).

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Duhon's Fourth Career Emmy Nod Highlights Longstanding Success

This is the fourth career Emmy nomination for Duhon. His first nomination was for the Steve Gleason documentary "No White Flags" in 2019.

His only Emmy win came last year (2024) for the Hulu docuseries "Rap Trap: Hip Hop on Trial."

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BBQ High: Where High School Meets High-Stakes BBQ

BBQ High's first season debuted in August 2024 on the Magnolia Network. Here's a brief synopsis of the show:

Across Texas, teens compete in regional BBQ competitions for a shot at the state championship and scholarships. They perfect dishes like dessert, beans, chicken, ribs and brisket while navigating senior year and pivotal life decisions.

 

From Northside High to Hollywood: Duhon’s Cinematography Journey

A graduate of Northside High in Lafayette, Duhon has been an award-winning cinematographer for nearly 25 years, having filmed over 124 television programs.

His extensive portfolio also features 30 full-feature films and 15 full-feature documentaries.

Now, Duhon strictly concentrates on feature films, and he has garnered many accolades while carving out a new niche in the cinematography world.

When Do the 2025 Daytime Emmy Awards Take Place?

The 52nd annual Daytime Emmy Awards will take place this year on October 17 in Pasadena, California. The broadcast partner for this year's show is still to be determined, as CBS's two-year deal to air the awards ended last year.

We wish Jimmy the best of luck in taking home the trophy!