The 78th Emmy Awards celebration brought television’s most prominent figures to the red carpet, showcasing the industry’s biggest night of the year. HBO Max’s medical drama “The Pitt” dominated the nomination count with 25 nods, while fellow streamer series “Hacks” followed closely behind with 24 nominations—a historic milestone for the show’s fifth and final season. Apple TV’s offerings also made strong showings, with “Window’s Bay” earning 19 nominations and “Pluribus” securing 18. On the broadcast side, NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” led the pack with 11 nominations.
The competitive drama categories featured star-studded lineups across multiple award categories. The best actor in a drama series race included Sterling K. Brown, Gary Oldman, Mark Ruffalo, Rufus Sewell, and Noah Wyle among its nominees. Meanwhile, the lead actress category showcased talent including Carrie Coon, Chase Infiniti, Keri Russell, Rhea Seehorn, and Zendaya. “The Pitt” particularly dominated the supporting categories, with multiple cast members earning nominations in both the male and female supporting actor and actress categories.
The evening drew a diverse array of celebrities to the ceremony, with attendees including Adam Brody, Matty Matheson, Trisha Paytas, Derek Hough, and numerous other entertainers and industry professionals walking the red carpet in formal attire. The star-studded event celebrated excellence across television programming while recognizing the year’s most acclaimed performances and productions.
Originally reported by Variety →
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