Emmys 2026: Big winners, emotional tributes and more

Television's biggest stars gathered at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Last Updated: September 14, 2026, 11:07 PM EDT

Television's biggest night of the year is in the books!

The 78th Emmy Awards brought together television's biggest stars, shows and creators to celebrate the best of the small screen.

Mariska Hargitay hosted the event for the first time. "Widow's Bay" dominated a crowded field, ending the night with six wins on top of the eight wins the show took home previously at the Creative Arts Emmys, held earlier this month.

On Monday, "Widow's Bay" took home the awards for outstanding comedy series, as well as outstanding supporting actress in a comedy series, outstanding supporting actor, lead actor, writing and directing.

Continue below to see who won, red carpet arrivals, memorable speeches, reactions and more must-see moments.

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Here's how the events are unfolding. All times Eastern.
Sep 14, 2026, 10:17 PM EDT

'DTF St. Louis' wins outstanding limited or anthology series

The Emmy for outstanding limited or anthology series went to the dark comedy "DTF St. Louis."

Other shows nominated in the category were "All Her Fault," "The Beast in Me," "Beef” and "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette."

Sep 14, 2026, 10:15 PM EDT

Michael J. Fox pays tribute to Bob Hope, reflects on Parkinson's diagnosis while accepting humanitarian award

Actor and activist Michael J. Fox was presented with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award on Monday night.

The award is given to "an individual in the telecommunications industry whose philanthropic efforts exemplify Bob Hope's decades-long altruism and positive impact on society," according to the Television Academy website.

Fox thanked Julianna Margulies, who presented him the award, and spoke about the legacy the award's namesake, comedian and actor Bob Hope, left behind.

Michael J. Fox accepts the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award during the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, September 14, 2026.
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“When it starts to get tough, you show up. You help,” he said.

Fox also touched on his Parkinson’s diagnosis.

"Initially, I kept my Parkinson's diagnosis a secret," he said.

After he found support from his community, Fox said he "understood that accepting Parkinson's didn't mean I had to surrender to it. It just meant doing what I could for everyone living with this disease."

Fox also thanked his family for their support.

Fox was named this year's honoree for his "commitment to Parkinson's research" over the years. The actor was first diagnosed with Parkinson's in the early '90s and has been open about his health issues since announcing his diagnosis publicly in 1998.

Fox founded The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research in 2000. The nonprofit "is dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease through an aggressively funded research agenda and to ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with Parkinson's today," according to its website.

In a July statement announcing Fox as this year's Bob Hope Humanitarian Award nominee, Television Academy chair Cris Abrego said the actor's work had "left an indelible mark on generations of audiences."

"The Television Academy is proud to honor him for his extraordinary leadership in advancing Parkinson’s research, transforming public awareness and inspiring global support through The Michael J. Fox Foundation, whose investments have accelerated scientific breakthroughs and the search for a cure," Abrego said. "He continues to exemplify compassion, courage and service, reflecting the power of one individual to drive meaningful change."

Sep 14, 2026, 10:14 PM EDT

'Pluribus' wins Emmy for outstanding writing for drama series

Vince Gilligan won the Emmy for outstanding writing for a drama series for "Pluribus.”

Other shows nominated in the category were "The Diplomat,” "The Pitt,” "Slow Horses" and "Task."

Sep 14, 2026, 9:49 PM EDT

Hiro Murai wins outstanding directing for comedy series for 'Widow's Bay'

Hiro Murai took home the Emmy for outstanding directing for a comedy series for "Widow's Bay."

Other nominees in the category were Randall Einhorn for "Abbott Elementary," Christopher Storer for "The Bear," Andrew DeYoung for "The Chair Company," Lucia Aniello for "Hacks," and Mary Lou Belli for "The Ms. Pat Show.”

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