The 4th Emmy Awards, retroactively known as the 4th Primetime Emmy Awards after the debut of the

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s, were presented at the Cocoanut Grove in

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on February 18, 1952. The ceremonies were hosted by

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and

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. This was the first year that nominations were considered on a national

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basis. Previously, the Emmys were primarily given out to shows that were produced or aired in the Los Angeles area.

Winners and nominees

Winners are listed first, highlighted in boldface, and indicated with a double dagger (‡).

Programs

Acting

Hosting

References

External links

Emmys.com list of 1952 Nominees & Winners
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1952 in American television February 1952 events in the United States 1952 in Los Angeles