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The 78th Emmy Awards.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
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Emmys 2026 red carpet and winners: Matthew Rhys, Jean Smart, and more

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History was made by Rhys, Smart, Sally Field and others, while “Widow’s Bay” dethroned “Hacks.”

By Justine Goode

On TV’s biggest night, the stars are coming out to shine.

The 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles’s Peacock Theater promises to be all about prestige TV, but on the red carpet, the stars are showing off their Monday best.

Jason Bateman waits to pick up his Emmy for "DTF St. Louis."
Jason Bateman waits to pick up his Emmy for "DTF St. Louis."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Stephen Colbert won two Emmys for his final season of "Late Night With Stephen Colbert."
Stephen Colbert won two Emmys for the final season of "Late Night With Stephen Colbert."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
At 79, Sally Field made history as the oldest performer to win an Emmy for Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Anthology.
At 79, Sally Field made history as the oldest performer to win an Emmy for Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Anthology.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Steven Conrad (second from left) was a writer, showrunner, executive producer, and director for "DTF St. Louis."
Steven Conrad (second from left) was the writer, showrunner, executive producer, and director of "DTF St. Louis."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
"Hacks" actress Jean Smart made history as the only performer to win the Lead Actress Emmy for every season she starred on a show.
"Hacks" actress Jean Smart made history as the only performer to win the Lead Actress Emmy for every season she starred on a show.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Emmy winners Alan Cumming, Allison Janney, and Matthew Rhys.
Emmy winners Alan Cumming, Allison Janney, and Matthew Rhys celebrate together.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
It's a sweep! Stephen Root, Kate O'Flynn, and series creator Katie Dippold all took home their first Emmys for "Widow's Bay."
It's a sweep! Stephen Root, Kate O'Flynn, and series creator Katie Dippold all took home their first Emmys for "Widow's Bay."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Matthew Rhys made Emmy history as the first performer to win two Lead Actor awards the same year.
Matthew Rhys made Emmy history as the first performer to win two Lead Actor awards the same year. Maggie Shannon for NBC News
"Task" star Tom Pelphrey with his first Emmy award.
"Task" star Tom Pelphrey with his first Emmy award.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Actor Jason Bateman in the "Winner's Circle."
Actor Jason Bateman in the "Winner's Circle."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Rhea Seehorn won her first Emmy for "Pluribus."
Rhea Seehorn won her first Emmy for "Pluribus."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
12-time Emmy winner Stephen Colbert.
12-time Emmy winner Stephen Colbert.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Elle Fanning was Emmy nominated for her role in "Margot's Got Money Troubles."
Elle Fanning was Emmy nominated for her role in "Margot's Got Money Troubles."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Sally Field, four-time Emmy winner, sparkles on the carpet.
Sally Field, four-time Emmy winner, sparkles on the carpet.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Cailee Spaeny of "Beef" dazzles in custom Miu Miu.
Cailee Spaeny of "Beef" dazzles in custom Miu Miu.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
"Hacks" stars and red carpet co-conspirators Megan Stalter and Paul W. Downs.
"Hacks" stars and red carpet co-conspirators Megan Stalter and Paul W. Downs.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Megan Stalter's head-turning look from behind.
Megan Stalter's head-turning look from behind.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Odessa A'zion wears an ensemble that would make her "I Love LA" character Tallulah proud.
Odessa A'zion wears an ensemble that would make her "I Love LA" character Tallulah proud.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Florence Pugh is a vision in purple.
Florence Pugh is a vision in purple.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Dan Levy of "Schitt's Creek" and "Big Mistakes."
Dan Levy of "Schitt's Creek" and "Big Mistakes."Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Internet personality Trisha Paytas mugs on the carpet.
Internet personality Trisha Paytas mugs on the carpet.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
"Furious" star Emmy Rossum.
"Furious" star Emmy Rossum.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
Fiji Water girls getting ready before the show.
Fiji Water girls getting ready before the show.Maggie Shannon for NBC News
"The Traitors" host Alan Cumming on the capet.
"The Traitors" host Alan Cumming on the capet.Maggie Shannon for NBC News

For more, check out our live blog of the Emmy Awards.

Zendaya and Law Roach
Dream team: Zendaya and her "image architect" Law Roach arrive on the carpet.Monica Schipper / Getty Images
Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman arrives in time to sprinkle a little magic on the Emmys carpet.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell
The First Couple of television, Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell, are both Emmy nominees tonight: Rhys for "Widow's Bay" and "The Beast in Me," and Russell for "The Diplomat."Amy Sussman / Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
Sarah Pidgeon and lavender are a "Love Story" for the ages.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Meg Stalter
"Hacks" actress Megan Stalter's head-turning look from behind. Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Dakota and Elle Fanning pose together.
Sister, sister: Emmy nominees Dakota and Elle Fanning arrive on the carpet.Todd Williamson / NBC via Getty Images
Odessa A'zion and Jessica Williams on the red carpet at the Emmy's
Odessa A'zion looks a'mazing in a beautiful black two-piece; Jessica Williams is ethereal in lavender. Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
The heart wants what it wants and Selena Gomez wanted to look like a life-size Emmy Award.Monica Schipper / Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
Isabel Gravitt of "Your Friends and Neighbors" knows how to accessorize.John Shearer / WireImage
Diva convention! Allison Janney, Rachel Sennott, and Florence Pugh arrive in style.
Diva convention! Allison Janney, Rachel Sennott, and Florence Pugh arrive in style. Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
Kristen Bell looks lovely in a ruffled dress, continuing the soft blue trend of the night.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Charles Melton and Cailee Spaeny.
It's impossible to have "Beef" with stars Charles Melton and Cailee Spaeny.Amy Sussman / Monica Schipper / Getty Images
Cynthia Nixon
And just like that, Cynthia Nixon arrives at the Emmy Awards.Randy Shropshire / NBC via Getty Images
Adam Brody
Everybody Wants This: forever heartthrob Adam Brody has arrived.Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
Colman Domingo
Colman Domingo tends to rule awards show carpets, and tonight is no exception.Kevin Mazur / Getty Images
Katherine LaNasa
Emmy winner Katherine LaNasa of "The Pitt" looks luminous.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Lukita Maxwell
"Shrinking" star Lukita Maxwell is the belle of the ball in a ruffled gold dress.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Mariska Hargitay
Mariska Hargitay looks phenomenal in red.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
Host Mariska Hargitay arrives with her family Peter Hermann, Andrew Hermann, Amaya Hermann, and August Hermann.Kevin Mazur / Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
The doctor is in! "The Pitt" co-creator and star Noah Wyle arrives on the carpet.Monica Schipper / Getty Images
Jeff Hiller arrives to the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards held at the Peacock Theater on September 14, 2026.
Emmy winner Jeff Hiller and star of "Widow's Bay" looks dashing.Randy Shropshire / NBC
Niecy Nash-Betts
Niecy Nash-Betts blows a kiss.Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
Timothy Simons
Timothy Simons of "Nobody Wants This" looks dapper in an eggplant suit.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Denée Benton
Star of stage and screen Denée Benton flashes a megawatt smile on the Emmys carpet.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Matty Matheson
Chef and "The Bear" star Matty Matheson strikes a pose.Kevin Mazur / Getty Images
Supriya Ganesh
Supriya Ganesh of "The Pitt" is a vision in baby blue. Frederic J. Brown / AFP via Getty Images
2026 Emmy Awards - Arrivals
Lisa Ann Walter serves old Hollywood glam on the carpet.Mark J. Terrill / AP
Elaine Hendrix and Lisa Ann Walter
Honey, you never looked better! Elaine Hendrix and Lisa Ann Walter, stars of "The Parent Trap" and real life best friends, arrive on the carpet. Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Lisa Rinna
Walk, walk, fashion baby! Lisa Rinna arrives on the Emmys carpet.Lisa O'Connor / AFP via Getty Images
Grace Gummer.
Grace Gummer of "American Love Story" looks elegant in a diamond choker.Lisa O'connor / AFP via Getty Images
Louisa Jacobson
Actress Louisa Jacobson, recently named "Best Dressed" by Vanity Fair, wears a suit better than most. Monica Schipper / Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
Chris Perfetti of "Abbott Elementary" rocks an abstract patterned suit.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Bill Posley attends the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards.
Bill Posley of "Survivor" looks dashing in a kilt and ombre tights.Kevin Mazur / Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
"The Bear" star Abby Elliott looks sweet as "Sugar" on the Emmys carpet.Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Courtney Storer
Courtney Storer, a renowned chef and co-creator of "The Bear," cuts a sleek figure in a black blazer.Monica Schipper / Getty Images
Shabana Azeez
Details of actress Shabana Azeez's jewelry. Amy Sussman / Getty Images
Shabana Azeez
"The Pitt" star Shabana Azeez sparkles in a fitted gold dress. Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
78th Primetime Emmy Awards - Arrivals
Internet icon Trisha Paytas has traded crying on the kitchen floor for serving on the Emmys carpet. Monica Schipper / Getty Images
Ciara Miller
Ciara Miller of "Summer House" looks divine in a cream-colored set. Jesse Grant / NBC
Derek Hough
Derek Hough dazzles in an emerald green ensemble. Kevin Mazur / Getty Images

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