Highlights from the Emmy Awards Hosted by Mariska Hargitay

On Monday night, Mariska Hargitay, known for her role in Law & Order: SVU, hosted the prestigious Emmy Awards. Broadcast on NBC and Peacock, the event began at 8 p.m. PT, 5 p.m. ET, featuring a line-up of distinguished nominees.

Drama Series Contenders

The race for the best drama series included last year’s winner, The Pitt, competing with titles such as Pluribus, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and The Diplomat. These shows had aired from June 2025 to May 2026.

Comedy Series Highlights

In the comedy category, Apple TV’s newcomers, Widow’s Bay and Margo’s Got Money Troubles, were up against returning favorites including Hacks, nominated for its fifth and final season, and The Bear, in its fourth season.

Memorable Performances

During the ceremony, musical artist Noah Kahan performed Bridge Over Troubled Water for the In Memoriam segment, paying tribute to those lost in the past year.

Winners Announced

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

WINNER: Matthew Rhys, The Beast In Me
Riz Ahmed, Bait
Jason Bateman, Black Rabbit
Charlie Hunnam, Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Oscar Isaac, Beef

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

WINNER: Jean Smart, Hacks
Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary
Ayo Edebiri, The Bear
Elle Fanning, Margo’s Got Money Troubles
Lisa Kudrow, The Comeback

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

WINNER: Kate O’Flynn, Widow’s Bay
Dale Dickey, Widow’s Bay
Hannah Einbinder, Hacks
Janelle James, Abbott Elementary
Michelle Pfeiffer, Margo’s Got Money Troubles
Megan Stalter, Hacks
Jessica Williams, Shrinking

Outstanding Comedy Series

Abbott Elementary
The Bear
Nobody Wants This
Hacks
Margo’s Got Money Troubles
Only Murders in the Building
Shrinking
Widow’s Bay

Awards in Drama, Limited Series, Reality, and Variety

A host of talent was recognized in other categories:

• Outstanding Drama Series: The Diplomat, The Gilded Age, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and more.
• Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Nominees include Carrie Coon for The Gilded Age and Zendaya for Euphoria.
• Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series: Titles like All Her Fault and The Beast In Me were acknowledged.
• Outstanding Reality Competition Program: Programs such as Dancing With the Stars and RuPaul’s Drag Race competed.
• Outstanding Variety Series: The Daily Show and Saturday Night Live were among the nominees.