Author: Michael

Jean Smart is walking away from the  2026 Emmy Awards with some hardware after winning Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series . Smart, 75, earned a standing ovation as she took to the stage to accept the award for the fifth time for her role in HBO Max’s hit comedy series Hacks. She thanked her children and team before becoming emotional, turning her attention to her costars following the show’s end after five seasons. In addition to Smart, the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series category was made up of Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary), Ayo Edebiri (The Bear),…

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Mariska Hargitay made the 2026 Emmy Awards a night to remember — beginning with a slightly familiar opening monologue. “I am truly deeply moved and so incredibly grateful to be in a room full of people who have dedicated their lives to telling stories,” Hargitay, 62, said at the beginning of the Monday, September 14, awards show, pretending to get emotional. “Since the beginning of time, humans have gathered around the light to tell stories. Back then, it was the fire in the cave and now it’s the screen of your choice.” She continued, “But, no matter how you watch,…

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The hottest stars on TV gathered to celebrate the 2026 Emmy Awards on Monday, September 14. The 78th annual awards show, held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, honored the best in primetime programming from June 2025 through the following May. Nominees were officially announced in July, with The Pitt earning more nods than any other show. Ahead of Monday’s ceremony, the hit HBO Max series took home a handful of trophies at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmys on September 5, including Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series, Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics, Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup and Outstanding Guest…

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Martin Short stepped out for a rare red carpet appearance at the 2026 Emmy Awards following the death of his daughter, Katherine, earlier this year. Short, 76, posed for photos alongside Only Murders in the Building costar Steve Martin at the 78th annual Primetime Emmys in Los Angeles on Monday, September 14. The pair of longtime pals looked dapper in classic tuxedos and bow ties. Selena Gomez was also spotted turning heads on the red carpet in a glistening gold gown but did not appear to cross paths with her costars before the awards ceremony. Short is nominated for Outstanding…

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