43 Across

NYT Daily ? September 14, 2025

Emmy-winning actress Edebiri

Answer:

AYO

Hint:

This comedian and writer rose to fame with her sharp wit on Big Mouth and Bottoms before her 2024 Emmy win for The Bear.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Ayo Edebiri, the actress who won an Emmy for her role in The Bear. The answer is simply her first name, "AYO," which is short and fits neatly in crossword grids. Since she’s a well-known figure in recent TV, solvers familiar with her work will recognize it right away.

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