Emmy Awards 2026 live: The Pitt takes out Best Drama as Widow’s Bay wins Best Comedy Series at TV's big night
LIVE UPDATES: The Pitt has taken out Outstanding Drama series as Widow’s Bay dominated the comedy categories at the 2026 Emmy Awards.
The 2026 Emmys have crowned Widow’s Bay as its new champion with the freshman series sweeping every category it was nominated in.
The horror-comedy won six gongs including best comedy series, three acting trophies for stars Matthew Rhys, Kate O’Flynn and Stephen Root as well as writing for creator Katie Dippold and directing for Hiro Murai.
It was a decisive victory for streamer Apple TV, which won nine of out of the 19 categories awarded as part of the Primetime Emmys, having also collected victories for its sci-fi drama Pluribus (best drama actress for Rhea Seehorn, writing for a drama) and spy thriller Slow Horses (directing for a drama).
Rhys became the first double lead acting winner, first emerging victorious in the limited series lead actor race for Netflix show The Beast in Me.
The Pitt defended its title of best drama series, winning for the second year in a row, as well another consecutive victory for star and producer Noah Wyle, who won for lead drama actor for his performance as the leader of an emergency room.
Jean Smart went five for five, winning lead comedy actress for the final season of Hacks. She has won for every season of the show.
Stephen Colbert’s now cancelled series picked up a swan song Emmy in the variety race while reality show The Traitors won for the third year in a row in its category. DTF St Louis picked up best limited series.
Most of DTF’s gongs were bumped from the primetime ceremony into the Creative Arts event last week. The result of which is also the show ran short of its scheduled three-hour slot - there was an increase of ad breaks in the last hour, and final presenters Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey admitted onstage they were asked by the producers to vamp for time.
Two of the more surprising wins were in the supporting drama actor categories with Allison Janney picking up for The Diplomat and Tom Pelphrey for Task.
Australian nominees Sarah Snook (lead actress in a limited series or TV movie) and Nicole Kidman (executive producer on nominated comedy series Margo’s Got Money Troubles) both missed out.
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Welcome!
Another feathered moment as Kidman walks in
Nicole Kidman has strutted her stuff in a white midi-dress adorned with a feathered neckline.
The Aussie favourite is nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series as a executive producer for Margo’s Got Money Troubles.
Zendaya is here!
Zendaya has brought plenty of sparkle in a shimmering silver gown with a plunging neckline.
Her pixie harcut added a modern edge to the glamorous look.
WATCH: Gomez glitters in gold gown
Selena Gomez has graced the Emmys red carpet in a show-stopping gold gown.
Stalter goes for red carpet gold in award-inspired outfit
Comedian and actress Megan Stalter has seized on the opportunity to go big or go home, rolling up to the carpet dressed as an Emmy Award.
The Hacks star recreated the iconic Emmy statue after taking home her very own award at the 2026 Emmys.
Rinna and Hamlin make dramatic entrance
Lisa Rinna and husband Harry Hamlin have made an all-black appearance at the awards.
Rinna brought the drama in a billowing black gown with extravagant sleeves and a statement necklace adorned with a blue jewel.
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star let the dress and accessories do the talking, opting to slick back her dark locks.
Her husband complimented her in dapper tux complete with medallions and a bow tie.
Bae brings a feathered burst of colour
Your Friends & Neighbors star Eunice Bae has made an entrance that might ruffle some feathers, but there’s no denying she made a bold statement.
The actress turned heads as she brightened the room in a yellow feathered frock and strappy heels.
Moment for the gents as The Bear star rolls in
Matty Matheson has scrubbed up for the occassion in a classic black and white suit.
The Canadian is best known for playing Neil Fak on the FX hit series The Bear, which has copped an Outstanding Comedy Series nominee.
A pair of black cat-eye shades brought an element of cool to his suave attire.
More stars from The Pitt strut their stuff
Another The Pitt star, Supriya Ganesh, has made an appearance on the carpet in an ethereal sky blue number.
Ganesh, who stars in the series as Dr. Samira Mohan, turned heads in the flowy frock and silver jewellery.
Aussie actress Shabana Azeez arrives
Australian actress Shabana Azeez has arrived.
The Adelaide-born actress shot to fame on the HBO smash hit series The Pitt, which is up for 25 nominations.
Azeez stunned on the carpet in a gold stapless gown with intricate bodice detailing.
The sleek look was topped off with a dramatic train that trailed behind her.
Paytas sparkles in embellished number
American internet personality, singer and podcast host Trisha Paytas has made a statement on the blue carpet in a strapless nude gown adorned with sparkling embellishments.
The floor-length number featured blue drapery that flowed from the waist, adding a touch of drama to the look.
