The Tracey Ullman Show is an American television sketch comedy variety show. It debuted on Fox on April 5, 1987, as the network's second original primetime series to air following Married... with Children. The show blended sketch comedy with musical numbers and dance routines, choreographed by Paula Abdul, along with animated shorts. It was the first Fox primetime show to win an Emmy Award, winning a total of 10 over its run.