Mariska Hargitay to Host 2026 Emmys! Nominees Revealed!
Mariska Hargitay to Host 2026 Emmys! Nominees Revealed!
Get ready for TV's biggest night! The 2026 Emmy nominations are here, with Mariska Hargitay set to host. See who's leading the race for television's top honors!
The countdown to television's most prestigious night has officially kicked off, with the highly anticipated 2026 Emmy nominations finally being announced! As the Television Academy gears up for its annual awards ceremony, excitement is building for what promises to be a memorable evening on September 14.
Leading the charge as host for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards is none other than "Law & Order" star Mariska Hargitay. Her announcement marks a significant moment, as she becomes the first woman in 15 years to take on the hosting duties, bringing a fresh and impactful presence to the stage.
While the full slate of nominees was unveiled during a live stream hosted by "The Bear" star Liza Colón-Zayas and "Widow's Bay" actor Jeff Hiller, some categories were revealed early, giving fans a sneak peek. During NBC's "Today" show, the nominations for Outstanding Variety Series and Outstanding Reality Competition Program were announced, sparking immediate buzz among viewers.
In the hotly contested Outstanding Variety Series category, the nominees include a strong lineup of late-night and sketch comedy favorites: "The Daily Show," "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver," "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," and "Saturday Night Live." For Outstanding Reality Competition Program, fan-favorites "Dancing with the Stars," "RuPaul’s Drag Race," "Survivor," "Top Chef," and "The Traitors" are all vying for the top prize.
Television enthusiasts are also eagerly awaiting to see if critically acclaimed series like "Beef," "Pluribus," and "The Pitt" will secure multiple nominations across various acting, writing, directing, and series categories. The eligibility period for this year's awards includes shows that aired between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026, ensuring that the best of recent television is recognized. With Mariska Hargitay at the helm and a stellar list of nominees, the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are set to be an unmissable event for television lovers worldwide.
