The television industry gathers in Los Angeles on Monday for the 2026 Emmy Awards ceremony, where the final round of trophies will be handed out. A significant portion of this year's winners have already been announced following the earlier Creative Arts Emmys, leaving the most high-profile categories for the main evening event.
Heading into the broadcast, the medical drama series The Pitt leads the field with the highest number of nominations. However, the top categories brought notable omissions, notably the absence of Stranger Things, which was completely shut out of the major races. Other prominent titles competing for top honors on Monday include Hacks and Beef.
The acting categories feature a star-studded lineup of contenders from both returning hits and new streaming projects. Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook, and Colman Domingo are among the heavy hitters vying for recognition. In the race for lead actress in a drama series, Carrie Coon secured a nomination for her work in The Gilded Age.
The comedy categories showcase a mix of established favorites and fresh series. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II earned a nod for Wonder Man, while Martin Short is in contention for Only Murders in the Building. Elle Fanning received a nomination for her performance in Margo's Got Money Troubles.
The limited series and anthology categories feature intense competition among several notable projects. Matthew Rhys claimed an early victory, winning the award for lead actor in a limited or anthology series or movie for his role in The Beast In Me. Claire Danes received a nomination for the same project, alongside Sally Field for Remarkably Bright Creatures, Sarah Pidgeon for Love Story: John F Kennedy Jr and Carolyn Bessette, and Sarah Snook for All Her Fault. Charlie Hunnam was also recognized for his work in Monster: The Ed Gein Story.
In the supporting categories, Allison Janney picked up a win for her performance in political drama The Diplomat. British actress Kate O'Flynn secured the award for best supporting comedy actress for her work in Widow's Bay. Stephen Root also triumphed for Widow's Bay, taking home the trophy for supporting actor in a comedy series.
Behind-the-camera talent was also recognized across various writing and directing fields. Kirsten Pierre-Geyfman and R. Scott Gemmill earned writing nominations for The Pitt, while Tim Robinson, Michael Patrick King, and Anthony King were recognized in the comedy writing categories. Directing contenders include Salli Richardson Whitfield for The Gilded Age, alongside Andrew DeYoung and Mary Lou Belli.
The live broadcast is expected to update the winners list throughout the night as Hollywood celebrates the finest television achievements of the past year.
Reporting based on coverage first published by BBC News. Read the original report at BBC News.
