Shedied May 16from a blood disorder; she was 54.

Shelton’s parents, Wendy Roedell and David “Mac” Shelton, applauded the nomination.

“Always in control but kind-hearted.

Fred Willard, Lynn Shelton

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Making the final decisions but always soliciting input from her co-workers.

Shelton’s partner,Marc Maron, also spoke out about her recognition.

“I know for a FACT Lynn Shelton would be thrilled with her Emmy nomination for directing for LFE!

She was the real deal.

#RIP,” he tweeted.

Willard, whodied of cardiac arrest May 15, at 86, earned his fifth Emmy nod.

Willard was recognized for the episode"Legacy,“which depicted the death of his character.

His daughter, Hope Willard, expressed her excitement at the news.

“Couldnt be happier!

See the full list of 2020 Emmy nominees here.