Holmes' Hailee amuses viewers in Amazon's "Overcompensating."

The actress playing Hailee in Amazon Prime's "Overcompensating" is being hailed as the funniest person on television. Viewers are praising her performance in the college comedy series. The show, created by Benito Skinner, follows a closeted former football player. Holmes' portrayal of Hailee, a bleach-blonde freshman, has resonated with audiences, who find her character both hilarious and surprisingly insightful. Fans are calling for an Emmy nomination for Holmes, and hoping for more of her character in a potential second season. The series has yet to be renewed.