Who’s hosting the 2026 Emmy Awards? Ceremony unlocks new milestone

The countdown to TV's biggest night is on, with the 78th Emmy Awards scheduled to take place tonight, Monday, Sept. 14, in Los Angeles.

Nominations for this year's awards were announced July 8 by actors Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller, along with Television Academy Chair Cris Abrego during a live ceremony.

"The Pitt" led the pack with 25 Primetime Emmy nominations, followed closely by comedy juggernaut "Hacks," which received 24, positioning star Jean Smart to make Emmy history. Apple TV's horror comedy "Widow's Bay" scored the third-highest number of nominations at 19.

There were also plenty of first-time nominations, with several members of "The Pitt" cast earning recognition, as well as "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie for hosting "Saturday Night Live" and "Love Island USA" host Ariana Madix.

The eligibility dates for the 2026 Emmy Awards apply to shows that aired between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. Only shows that aired in those 12 months were eligible to be nominated, the Television Academy rules say.

In the lead-up to the big night, here's what to know about who will be hosting this year's Emmy Awards.

NBC has tapped Mariska Hargitay to serve as emcee during TV's biggest night…

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