When Sepideh Moafi joined The Pitt in Season 2 as Dr. Al-Hashimi, she stepped into a role that carried far more emotional weight than she initially expected. Now, after earning an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, the actress says the recognition feels almost impossible to process — especially because the character’s journey touched on issues that are rarely explored with such honesty on television.

The Pitt became one of the biggest drama contenders of the 2026 Emmy season, receiving 26 nominations overall, including 13 acting nominations. Among those recognized was Moafi, whose performance as Dr. Al-Hashimi stood out during some of the series’ most intense and personal moments.

The actress admitted that her reaction to the nomination was filled with disbelief. While watching the Emmy announcement with her parents after returning from an exhausting international trip, she initially ignored calls from her team because she wanted to experience the announcement live with her family. When they congratulated her before she saw her name announced, she thought they were mistaken.

Only later did she realize that the live broadcast had focused on major categories first, and her official nomination had already been confirmed. The moment left her overwhelmed, emotional and grateful, describing it as a huge honor that she was still struggling to fully understand.

For Moafi, the nomination represents more than personal success. She believes Dr. Al-Hashimi matters because the character reflects the experiences of many people who are often underrepresented on screen. The doctor represents women in positions of authority, people living with chronic health conditions, and individuals navigating complex cultural identities.

Throughout Season 2, viewers watched Al-Hashimi face a deeply personal challenge when she revealed her seizure disorder to Dr. Robby, the doctor she had temporarily replaced while he was away. The revelation forced her to confront difficult questions about her future, including whether her condition could affect her ability to continue practicing medicine.

Moafi explained that portraying this struggle required a completely different acting approach. Unlike characters who openly express their emotions, Al-Hashimi is someone who hides her pain and carefully controls what she reveals to others. Much of her internal conflict remains beneath the surface, creating a performance built on small gestures, silence and carefully timed moments of vulnerability.

The actress said that challenge pushed her beyond anything she had previously experienced in her career. Since she personally tends to express emotions openly, learning how to portray someone who constantly holds everything inside required patience and precision.

Many viewers connected with Al-Hashimi because of that quiet strength. Several medical professionals reportedly reached out to Moafi and the show, explaining that the character accurately represented the complicated realities women in medicine often face, including expectations, pressure and the struggle to balance personal difficulties with professional responsibilities.

Looking ahead, Moafi also offered a glimpse into what fans can expect from Season 3. While she avoided revealing major plot details, she teased that the new season will bring a noticeable shift in the atmosphere and relationships between characters.

She specifically mentioned the evolving dynamic between Dr. Al-Hashimi and Dr. Robby. After spending time apart, the two characters will reconnect, creating what Moafi described as a change in “temperature” and tone. According to the actress, this shift will allow audiences to explore new sides of both characters.

The upcoming season is already generating excitement among fans, especially after the emotional developments of Season 2. The show’s ability to combine medical drama with deeply personal storytelling has become one of its defining qualities.

Moafi also emphasized that the success of The Pitt belongs to everyone involved, not only the actors who received recognition. She praised the entire cast and crew, saying that the series would not exist without the dedication of every person working behind the scenes.

As production continues, the actress expressed excitement about returning to set and reuniting with her colleagues. She described the cast as a close group and said she was proud not only of the Emmy nominees but of the entire team that helped bring the series to life.

With Season 3 promising a different emotional direction and new challenges for Dr. Al-Hashimi, fans are eager to see how the character continues to evolve. For Moafi, the Emmy nomination represents more than an award — it confirms that stories about hidden struggles, resilience and human complexity deserve to be seen.