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The 2026 Emmy nominations are out, led by The Pitt's second season with the most recognitions; Apple TV's Widow's Bay received 19 nods, Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show is among the top nominees, and Rob Reiner earned a posthumous nod for his guest role on The Bear.
The day’s headlines: U.S. strikes around 90 Iranian targets as Tehran retaliates against Gulf states, with Trump suggesting the ceasefire may be over; in Maine, Democrat Graham Platner exits the Senate race after a 2021 sexual-assault allegation, prompting a nominating convention as the party searches for a replacement (Patrick Dempsey has already said no); HBO leads the Emmy nominations with top totals for The Pitt and Hacks, while Apple TV shows gain traction; World Cup quarterfinals tip off with France vs. Morocco and Haaland drawing global buzz; and the Pentagon warns it’s running low on funds, seeking a $67 billion supplemental budget to sustain ongoing operations.
Sarah Pidgeon nabbed an Emmy nomination for Lead Actress in FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, with the series also vying in Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series; Constance Zimmer is nominated for Supporting Actress, while Naomi Watts stars as Jackie Kennedy. Pidgeon gushes over her co‑stars, reflects on Honeymoon With Harry, and addresses rumors about working with Lena Dunham, saying she admires Dunham and would jump at the chance to collaborate. The 78th Primetime Emmys air Sept. 14, with Creative Arts Emmy Awards held Sept. 5–6.
Ariana Madix earned her first Emmy nomination for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program for Peacock's Love Island USA, joining RuPaul Charles, Alan Cumming, Kristen Kish and Jeff Probst in the category; she began hosting in Season 6 after succeeding Sarah Hyland and Arielle Vandenberg.
The Bravo reality hit Summer House scores its first Emmy nomination for unstructured reality program after a scandal-fueled 10th season; it’s nominated alongside America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, Love on the Spectrum, RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked and Welcome to Wrexham as the 78th Emmys air Sept. 14 on NBC/Peacock, with season 11 production underway and ongoing cast changes.
Connor Storrie earned his first Emmy nomination in the Best Guest Actor in a Comedy category for hosting Saturday Night Live, even though Heated Rivalry was ineligible due to Canadian financing; the nod recognizes his SNL hosting on the Feb. 28 episode (which featured Mumford & Sons and a cameo by Hudson Williams). The Creative Arts Emmys are slated for Sept. 5–6 ahead of the televised ceremony on Sept. 12. Storrie has since lined up projects like the A24 comedy Peaked and a Criminal Minds Evolution arc, and he and Williams remain notable figures from Heated Rivalry.
Connor Storrie, star of Heated Rivalry, earned his first Emmy nomination for hosting NBC’s Saturday Night Live, marking a rapid rise after about 15 months of waiting tables in Los Angeles. While the Canadian-produced Heated Rivalry isn’t eligible for Primetime Emmys, it can compete at the International Emmys, and Storrie’s SNL hosting emphasizes his improv training and growing global recognition.
The 2026 Emmy nominations will be revealed by Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller from the Wolf Theatre and streamed live on the Television Academy website and YouTube. Two categories (best variety series and best reality competition) were announced earlier on NBC's Today show. The full nominations reveal is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. ET, and the Emmys ceremony will air live on NBC/Peacock on Sept. 14, 2026, with Creative Arts Emmys set for Sept. 5–6.
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.
Seth Rogen's series 'The Studio' on Apple TV+ is a Hollywood satire that has received 23 Emmy nominations and 9 awards, highlighting its popularity within the industry. The show humorously depicts Hollywood's glamorous yet petty nature, with Rogen earning a lead actor nod and supporting roles recognized for Kathryn Hahn and Ike Barinholtz. The series also features celebrity cameos and has won awards for technical categories, reflecting its critical acclaim and industry relevance.
Apple TV+ has increased its monthly subscription price by 30% to $12.99 for new customers, with existing subscribers being charged at this new rate upon renewal. The service, known for original series like The Morning Show and Ted Lasso, maintains its annual rate at $99.99 and has not previously raised prices since October 2023. The platform continues to produce high-profile content, including F1: The Movie, and has received a record 81 Emmy nominations, reflecting strong content performance.
Jimmy Kimmel defends late-night television against reports of its decline and Colbert's show losing $40 million, emphasizing that late-night TV remains popular across multiple platforms and criticizing misconceptions about its financial health and relevance.
Jimmy Kimmel defends late-night TV against reports of Colbert's show losing $40 million annually, criticizing media misconceptions and emphasizing the industry's resilience and evolving viewership across platforms.
The article analyzes the 2025 Emmy nominations, highlighting Netflix's strong showing in limited series and comedy, the surprising absence of many genre shows and big-name actors, and trends in acting and show recognition, including first-time nominees and Oscar winners. It also notes the absence of Saturday Night Live nominations and discusses Emmy rules and show-specific trends.
The 2025 Emmy nominations brought notable surprises like Ayo Edebiri's historic dual nominations and Martin Scorsese's first Emmy nod, along with some shocking snubs, highlighting an exciting year for television and cinema.