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Jimmy Kimmel returned from his summer break with a highlights reel that leans on Donald Trump’s own criticisms of him to press his show for Emmy votes, as his program contends for multiple awards. The clip and Trump references are used to make the case to Emmy voters, with ABC also involved in a legal dispute against the FCC surrounding its licenses; Kimmel is set to return after Labor Day.
Stephen Colbert’s writing staff is plotting a comeback for Emmy season after CBS pulled The Late Show, with Mariska Hargitay set to host the Emmys in September. In a Deadline interview, Hargitay said she’s collaborating with Colbert’s team to brainstorm ideas and even helped push a playful #FYC campaign the writers released after CBS’s decision, which Paramount/CBS described as purely financial. The Late Show earned nine Emmy nominations this year, underscoring the ongoing buzz around the franchise despite its cancellation.
Brittany Allen earned an Emmy nomination for outstanding guest actress in a drama series after self-submitting for consideration when HBO did not nominate her for The Pitt; she paid the $225 submission fee and promoted her performance on social media, explaining she wanted to advocate for the seven-episode arc as Roxie Hamler, a mother with terminal cancer. Her nomination also honors co-star Jeff Kober, while HBO chief Casey Bloys framed the decision to not submit everyone as a strategic one. The Pitt led this year’s Emmys with 25 nominations and the ceremony is Sept. 14, 2026; Allen, who previously won a Daytime Emmy, says this moment shows the value of self-advocacy in a competitive industry.
Actress Brittany Allen earned an Emmy nomination for outstanding guest actress in a drama series for The Pitt after self-submitting for consideration; HBO notes it can’t submit every performer and supports self-submission, a route also taken by co-star Jeff Kober, with The Pitt earning 25 Emmy nominations overall.
Despite its popularity, Heated Rivalry won’t be eligible for Primetime Emmy nominations because it’s a Canadian-produced show without a U.S.-backed co-production, per Emmys rules. It can compete at the International Emmy Awards instead, and it has already earned numerous Canadian Screen Awards. The U.S. airing arrangement came via HBO Max after its Canadian origin and Crave production, underscoring the cross-border production dynamic cited by creators.
Deadline reports the Television Academy will reveal the nominations for Outstanding Variety Series and Outstanding Reality Competition Program on NBC's Today between 4:45 a.m. and 5:20 a.m. PT, with the rest of the noms announced three hours later at 8:30 a.m. PT by Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller; frontrunners for Variety include The Daily Show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and Saturday Night Live, while Reality contenders are expected to include Top Chef, The Traitors, The Amazing Race, Survivor and RuPaul’s Drag Race, with The Voice possibly earning a nod but not guaranteed.
Mariska Hargitay will host the 78th Emmy Awards on NBC this September, becoming the first non-comedian emcee in about two decades and helping celebrate NBC’s 100th birthday year.
Mariska Hargitay will host the 78th Emmy Awards on September 14, airing live on NBC and streaming on Peacock from the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live, marking the first time a woman has emceed the Emmys in 15 years and the first host since 2011; NBC is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The Law & Order: SVU star, who also produces and directs, has a long association with NBC through the show and the network’s Emmy coverage, and nominations for the Emmys will be announced July 8.
Shawn Hatosy, who won an Emmy for guest drama acting as Dr. Jack Abbot, returns in Season 2 of HBO Max’s The Pitt with a bigger six-episode arc and a directing credit. Variety notes that repeat wins in the guest drama acting category are rare, and no performer has ever won back-to-back Emmys for the same role. If Hatosy secures another win, he could become the first to achieve back-to-back guest drama wins for The Pitt and redefine the category’s history.
Catherine O'Hara, the Emmy-winning comedian known for SCTV and Schitt's Creek, has died at 71, prompting tributes to a career spanning film, television, and stage.
The article discusses the new Emmy Legacy Award, which aims to honor TV series that have made a lasting impact but were previously overlooked by the Emmy Awards, highlighting candidates like 'The Wire,' 'Gilmore Girls,' and others that meet the criteria of at least five seasons and fewer than 10 Emmy wins.
Stephen Colbert celebrated 'The Late Show's first Emmy win for best talk series at the 2025 Emmys, humorously acknowledging his team and audience, and took a jab at Donald Trump for not having an Emmy, contrasting his own success with Trump's lack of awards despite nominations.
The Emmy Awards this year felt off with several favorites like 'The Bear' and 'Only Murders in the Building' not winning, despite record-breaking nominations, while some winners like Jeff Hiller and Cristin Milioti provided moments of justice and recognition.
The article ranks the most stunning beauty looks from the 2025 Emmy Awards, featuring celebrities like Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jenna Ortega, and Scarlett Johansson, as curated by Cosmo editors.
The 2025 Emmy Awards celebrated new series and first-time winners, with notable moments including Jeff Hiller's surprise win, Cristin Milioti's joyful acceptance, and Owen Cooper becoming the youngest male Emmy winner. The ceremony featured mixed reviews on its writing and comedic segments, with some memorable speeches and a controversial charity donation gag. Stephen Colbert's gracious farewell and the historic win of Owen Cooper highlighted the night.