Emmys 2026: Michael J. Fox’s heartfelt moment and a night of star-studded cameos

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The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in LA featured Mariska Hargitay as host, surprise cameos (Jalen Brunson and Taylor Swift in SVU parody), playful feuds (Kidman’s mic moment), and major tributes, notably Michael J. Fox accepting the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award for Parkinson’s advocacy, plus emotional nods to Catherine O’Hara, Dolly Parton, and Rob Reiner in the In Memoriam segment. The night mixed celebration of TV’s biggest shows with reflections on industry issues like AI and studio mergers, delivering a standout array of memorable moments.
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