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Mariska Hargitay hosted the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, delivering a monologue that included a comedic jab at Nicole Kidman and a tribute to Dick Wolf. While Variety and USA Today highlighted the humor and Hargitay’s charm, The Hollywood Reporter criticized the telecast for poor pacing and an awkward conclusion. Hargitay also won two Creative Arts Emmys for her documentary about her mother, Jayne Mansfield.
Jalen Brunson appeared in a pre-taped segment to open the 78th Emmy Awards, joining host Mariska Hargitay in a bit about performance pressure. The 30-year-old Knicks guard steamed his jersey while Hargitay discussed the stress of hosting, referencing their shared fandom. This marked the first solo female host of the ceremony in 15 years, with Brunson’s appearance confirmed by Variety as a pre-recorded opener rather than a live walk-on.
Matthew Rhys became the first performer to win two lead acting Emmys in a single night, taking home awards for 'Widow's Bay' and 'The Beast in Me.' This achievement also made him the first male actor to win in all three lead acting categories, joining a historic club previously held only by Barbara Stanwyck.
South Park won its first Emmy in 13 years, using the acceptance speech to mock Donald Trump’s long-standing claim that he deserved an award for The Apprentice.
Variety surveyed 10 anonymous Emmy voters across crafts as voting closes, yielding a candid snapshot: The Pitt looks poised to win drama, Widow’s Bay leads comedy over Hacks, Beef is favored in limited series over DTF St. Louis (with some affection for The Beast in Me), and voters warn this is unscientific—most don’t watch every nominee and rely on buzz as Sept. 14’s NBC telecast approaches.
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.
The Hollywood Reporter weighs whether Landman Season 2 can finally win Emmys for Taylor Sheridan, arguing that its popularity (Paramount+’s most-watched original), strong ensemble and high production values boost its case, but Sheridan’s media silence and polarizing reputation, plus Paramount+’s prestige status, complicate a breakthrough; with the nominations window June 11–22 and a track record of precursors but few above-the-line wins, the piece asks if the TV Academy will finally embrace Sheridan’s work this cycle.
General Hospital won the 2025 Daytime Emmys for Best Drama Series for the fifth consecutive year, along with awards for lead actress Nancy Lee Grahn and supporting actor Jonathan Jackson, among others. The ceremony also recognized winners in talk shows, culinary, and courtroom categories.
Cristin Milioti won her first Emmy for lead limited series actress for her role in HBO's 'The Penguin,' where she humorously wrote her acceptance speech on therapy notes. She expressed gratitude for her cast, crew, and her journey from stage to screen, highlighting her diverse career including a Tony and Grammy. The event also recognized other nominees and the show's multiple nominations.
Alabama native Walton Goggins is nominated for his first Emmy Award for his role in 'The White Lotus,' with predictions split on whether he will win, marking a significant recognition in his acting career.
TV critic Eric Deggans creates his own awards, called the Deggys, to highlight deserving shows and performances in response to skepticism about the relevance of traditional Emmy Awards, praising series like Andor, The Residence, Adolescence, and performances like Harrison Ford's, while reflecting on the state of TV and awards season.
Pete Hammond predicts a largely predictable Emmy night, with 'The Studio' favored to win Comedy Series, 'Severance' in Drama, and 'Adolescence' dominating Limited Series. Other categories are also forecasted with strong favorites, though some potential upsets remain.
Conan O'Brien acknowledged the decline of traditional late-night TV but praised Stephen Colbert as a talented and essential figure in the evolving television landscape, emphasizing that storytelling and honest performances remain vital despite technological changes.
The 2025 Emmy Awards are led by 'Severance' with 27 nominations and 'The White Lotus' with 23, competing in categories including Outstanding Drama Series. Other notable nominees include 'The Pitt,' 'The Last of Us,' and 'The Studio' in comedy, with the ceremony scheduled for September 14, hosted by Nate Bargatze.
The Television Academy announced the nominations for the 77th Emmy Awards, highlighting contenders in categories like talk shows, reality series, and scripted dramas, amid a contracting industry with fewer submissions and ongoing recovery from strikes. The full list of nominees will be revealed later today, with the awards ceremony scheduled for September 14.