Emmys live updates: Stars hit the red carpet
Television's biggest stars are attending the 78th Emmy Awards.
The 78th Emmy Awards are underway at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, bringing together television's biggest names for an evening of celebration. Mariska Hargitay is set to host the event for the first time, honoring a diverse range of nominees from popular series like The Pitt and Widdow's Bay. The 2026 Emmys red carpet has already commenced, with celebrities arriving in style and ready to make their mark.
Among the first to arrive were Dancing with the Stars judge Derek Hough and NSYNC member Lance Bass. The Television Academy has made headlines by reducing the number of awards categories, aiming to inject fresh creativity into the broadcast. Presenters for this year's ceremony include a star-studded lineup, with Florence Pugh, Zendaya, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Odessa A'zion, David Boreanaz, and many others set to take the stage.
Fans can expect a night filled with unforgettable winners, red carpet appearances, memorable speeches, and reactions to the most talked-about moments of the evening.
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