Emmy Awards 2026 - Major Nominations and Wins
Key Questions
Who is hosting the 2026 Emmy Awards?
Mariska Hargitay will host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards. She is the first woman to emcee in 15 years.
Which actresses received major Emmy nominations for 2026?
Jean Smart is positioned for a potential fifth Lead Actress Comedy Emmy for Hacks. Zendaya earned her third nomination, while Dakota Fanning and her sister Elle were also nominated.
What other notable Emmy news involves Brittany Allen and Cherry Jones?
Brittany Allen self-submitted for The Pitt as an underdog candidate. Cherry Jones and Sepideh Moafi also received nominations in lead categories.
Jean Smart could win fifth Lead Actress Comedy Emmy for 'Hacks'. Zendaya received third Emmy nom. Dakota Fanning nominated for 'All Her Fault', sister Elle also nominated. Brittany Allen self-submitted for 'The Pitt' (underdog angle). Also Cherry Jones, Sepideh Moafi noms. Mariska Hargitay to host 2026 Emmys, first woman in 15 years. New: Hargitay's banner summer includes Broadway debut, Knicks fandom, Taylor Swift wedding, and Emmys hosting—a lifestyle recap adds personal warmth. Tracking lead actress races and potential winners.