The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards turned Los Angeles into the biggest award celebration as every year. Not just because of the extravagant nature it has, but as stars, creators and hit shows took centre stage at the Peacock Theater.
These Hollywood stars took centre stage at the Peacock Theater. The Emmy Awards night, as always, delivered glamour, victories and a few history-making moments that made this year’s ceremony one to remember.
Apple TV’s horror-comedy Widow’s Bay stole much of the spotlight, walking away with 14 wins overall, while HBO Max’s medical drama The Pitt claimed the coveted Outstanding Drama Series title. The evening also belonged to Matthew Rhys, who made history with two lead acting wins, and Jean Smart, who added another milestone to her remarkable Hacks journey. Here’s the full winners list.
Let’s Look At The List
Emmy Awards 2026 For Lead Acting Winners
- Lead Actor in a Comedy: Matthew Rhys- Widow’s Bay
- Lead Actress in a Comedy: Jean Smart- Hacks
- Lead Actor in a Drama: Noah Wyle- The Pitt
- Lead Actress in a Drama: Rhea Seehorn- Pluribus
- Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie: Matthew Rhys- The Beast in Me
- Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie: Sally Field- Remarkably Bright Creatures
2026 Emmy Awards For Program Winners
- Outstanding Drama Series: The Pitt
- Outstanding Comedy Series: Widow’s Bay
- Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series: DTF St. Louis
- Outstanding Variety Talk Series: The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
- Outstanding Reality Competition Program: The Traitors
Emmy Awards 2026 For Supporting Acting Winners
- Supporting Actor in a Comedy: Stephen Root- Widow’s Bay
- Supporting Actress in a Comedy: Kate O'Flynn- Widow’s Bay
- Supporting Actor in a Drama: Tom Pelphrey- Task
- Supporting Actress in a Drama: Allison Janney- The Diplomat
Emmy Awards 2026 For Best Direction And Writing Winners
- Directing for a Comedy Series: Hiro Murai- Widow’s Bay
- Directing for a Drama Series: Saul Metzstein- Slow Horses
- Writing for a Comedy Series: Katie Dippold- Widow’s Bay
- Writing for a Drama Series: Vince Gilligan- Pluribus
Major Highlight Of Emmy Awards 2026
The Emmy Awards 2026 ended on a beautiful note with many historic wins and historic moments. The night was filled with glamour and surprises. Matthew Rhys emerged as one of the biggest stars of the evening, and this is not just about his talent. He became the first actor to win two lead acting categories in one night for Widow’s Bay and The Beast in Me.
Jean Smart also made television history with her Hacks win, becoming the first woman to win Lead Actress for every season of a show.
On the other hand, Widow’s Bay dominated the comedy categories with 14 overall wins. The Pitt claimed the biggest drama prize after entering the ceremony with 25 nominations. It was a Hollywood night to remember.