Live: Emmy Awards 2026 live: Hacks and Widow's Bay fight for Best Comedy award
It is time for television's biggest night, the Emmy Awards. Emergency room drama The Pitt leads the pack with 25 nominations, while Hacks and newcomer Widow's Bay are going head-to-head for Best Comedy. Follow live.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television from 2025, featuring standout performances and creators. Mariska Hargitay, a three-time Emmy winner, hosted the event, marking the first time a woman held the position in 15 years. The ceremony also commemorated the 30th anniversary of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the 50th anniversary of Charlie's Angels, with presenters from the classic series.
Leading all nominees with 25 nods was The Pitt, followed by Hacks with 24 nominations for its final season. The Pitt claimed four of the seven supporting actress spots, while Hacks had five nominations, including its co-creator Paul W. Downs. Pluribus, created by Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul's Vince Gilligan, received 18 nominations, while Widow's Bay earned 19.
Netflix's limited or anthology series, Beef, topped the category with 16 nominations. The awarded winners included Ernest Harden, Jr. for The Pitt, Shailene Woodley for Paradise, and Betty Gilpin for Widow's Bay.
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