Hannah Einbinder wins first Emmy, says Hacks ends with S5

TL;DR:

Hannah Einbinder won Supporting Actress in a Comedy for Hacks.
Her speech was partially censored on the live broadcast.
She confirmed Hacks will conclude with Season 5.
Coverage highlighted her closing line supporting immigrant and Palestinian rights.
Fans should expect filming on the final season to start soon.

Hannah Einbinder won her first Primetime Emmy on 15 September 2025, taking Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks. The win caps four nominations for her role as Ava Daniels. The broadcast bleeped part of her acceptance speech. People reported the censorship and first win soon after the category aired.

On the carpet and backstage, Einbinder shared another headline. She said Hacks will end with Season 5. She called the decision bittersweet and said the show should not overstay its welcome. E! aired and published the interview.

What she said onstage

Portions of Einbinder’s remarks did not air cleanly due to live censoring. LGBTQ outlet Them transcribed the full line that triggered the bleep, which closed with “Go birds, f*ck ICE, and free Palestine.” The phrase drew loud attention online and in the room.

People’s write-up also noted the bleep and framed the moment within the night’s bigger beats. That included a competitive field with Catherine O’Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Jessica Williams, Liza Colón-Zayas, Janelle James, and Sheryl Lee Ralph.

Hacks is ending with Season 5

Einbinder confirmed the series will conclude after one more season. She told E! that it feels like the right time. She did not share plot details, but she said filming would begin soon. People followed with the same takeaway after the ceremony.

Jean Smart, Einbinder’s co-star, also won Lead Actress in a Comedy the same night. Smart thanked Einbinder by name in her remarks. People highlighted Smart’s fourth win and her shout-out.

Quick background for new readers

Hacks premiered in 2021 and follows veteran comic Deborah Vance and young writer Ava Daniels. The pair’s push-pull is the engine of the show. Earlier this year, Season 4 arrived in April with a weekly rollout on Max. Forbes outlined the April 10 release and schedule.

Einbinder also released her debut stand-up special, Everything Must Go, in 2024 on Max. It showcased character bits and personal stories and was taped in Los Angeles. Max lists the special on its platform page.

Why it matters

Einbinder’s first Emmy matters for two reasons. First, it marks industry recognition for a breakout performance that helped anchor one of TV’s sharpest comedies. Second, her speech, and the decision to bleep it, spotlights how awards shows handle political speech on live TV. That tension tends to shape headlines and social chatter well beyond the fan base.

The end of Hacks after Season 5 also gives fans a clear runway. Viewers can expect a finale built with intention, not a scramble. That can raise the odds of a satisfying send-off, and it helps Max market a final chapter.

What happens next

Production timing. Einbinder said filming on Season 5 is set to start soon. Expect casting news and first-look images once cameras roll.
Awards positioning. With Smart and Einbinder fresh off wins, the final season will launch with momentum. That often translates to stronger campaign support.
Release window. Max has not announced dates for Season 5. Looking at Season 4’s April 2025 start, spring 2026 would be a reasonable window, but this is an inference until confirmed.

Key dates and details

Item	Detail
Einbinder’s Emmy win	15 September 2025, Supporting Actress in a Comedy for Hacks.
Speech note	Part of her remarks was censored on air.
Political line reported	“Go birds, f*ck ICE, and free Palestine,” per Them.
Series update	Hacks will end with Season 5.
Filming status	Final season set to begin filming soon.

How it affects fans

Plan for one more season and a likely big finish. Expect press teases, a trailer, and cast interviews to hit once production starts. If you came in through Einbinder’s stand-up, her special is already streaming, which offers more of her voice while you wait.

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