The biggest names in television gathered at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles on Monday for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
Zendaya, Selena Gomez, Mariska Hargitay and Nicole Kidman brought show-stopping red carpet style to the glitzy event.
Zendaya, 30, proved metallics were the ultimate trend of the night as she commanded attention in a daring silver Prada dress with a plunging neckline while rocking a pixie haircut.
Though she posed solo on the red carpet, her husband Tom Holland, 30, later joined her inside, where the glowing newlyweds proudly flashed their wedding rings.
The actress, who served as one of the evening’s star presenters, was up for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her acclaimed role as Rue Bennett in Euphoria, but lost to Rhea Seehorn in Pluribus.
Gomez, 34, brought classic Hollywood glamour to the bash in a breathtaking gold mirror Louis Vuitton gown and Tiffany & Co diamond jewelry. She walked the red carpet on her own as husband Benny Blanco seemingly skipped the star-studded event.
Zendaya, 30, and Selena Gomez, 34, proved metallics were the ultimate trend at the Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Monday as they led the glamour on the red carpet
The actress commanded attention in a daring silver Prada dress with a plunging neckline while rocking a pixie haircut
The night’s host Mariska Hargitay, 62, ensured all eyes were on her as she put on a show-stopping display in a shimmering off-the-shoulder red gown
Nicole Kidman, 59, exuded timeless elegance in a white Chanel dress with a plush feather trim across the bust
Elle Fanning, 28, was a vision in a sparkling aquamarine Ralph Lauren gown
Her show Only Murders in the Building was nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series at the ceremony but lost out to Widow’s Bay.
Hargitay, 62, who served as the night’s host, ensured all eyes were on her as she put on a show-stopping display in a shimmering off-the-shoulder red Monse gown.
The Law & Order: SVU star cozied up to husband Peter Hermann on the red carpet.
Kidman, 59, exuded timeless elegance in a white Chanel dress with a plush feather trim across the bust.
Elle Fanning was a vision in a Ralph Lauren aquamarine gown. She was joined by her sister, Dakota Fanning, who opted for a monochrome dress.
Florence Pugh brought pure siren energy to the event in a show-stopping off-the-shoulder lilac dress by Vivienne Westwood.
Kristen Bell looked angelic in an ethereal white silk Alberta Ferretti dress featuring a one-shoulder cape.
Claire Danes brought high-fashion edge to the red carpet in a unique metallic dress that featured a dramatic, oversized one-shoulder sleeve. She was joined by husband Hugh Dancy.
Sarah Michelle Gellar stunned in a vivid pink dress and reunited with her Buffy The Vampire Slayer co-star David Boreanaz.
Gellar famously played the titular role of Buffy Summers during the show’s 144-episode run from 1997–2003, while Boreanaz portrayed her love interest Angel on 58 episodes of the series.
Keri Russell sizzled in a backless halter leather dress. She was joined by partner Matthew Rhys, who made history after winning two leading Emmys in a single night.
He nabbed the award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for The Beast in Me, and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Widow’s Bay.
Zendaya was up for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her acclaimed role as Rue Bennett in Euphoria, but lost to Rhea Seehorn in Pluribus
Her stylist Law Roach made sure she looked perfect for the shutterbugs
The liquid Louis Vuitton gold gown hugged Gomez’s famous figure to perfection
Gomez’s series Only Murders in the Building was nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series at the ceremony but lost to Widow’s Bay
Hargitay cozied up to husband Peter Hermann on the red carpet
Fanning’s dress featured a fringe detail
Her sister Dakota Fanning opted for a monochrome look
Last Straw star Jessica Belkin sizzled in a crimson red bustier-gown with dramatic cone bra cups
The blonde beauty paired the unique look with red heels
Sarah Michelle Gellar stunned in a vivid pink dress
To the delight of many fans worldwide, Gellar reunited with her Buffy The Vampire Slayer co-star David Boreanaz on the red carpet
Florence Pugh brought pure siren energy to the event in a show-stopping off-the-shoulder lilac dress by Vivienne Westwood
The look featured a chic sparkling train
Kristen Bell, 46, looked angelic in an ethereal white silk dress featuring a one-shoulder cape
Claire Danes brought high-fashion edge to the red carpet in a unique metallic dress that featured a dramatic, oversized one-shoulder sleeve
She was joined by husband Hugh Dancy
Scarface icon Michelle Pfeiffer slipped into an elegant black gown with a glittering brooch at the center of her waist
Keri Russell sizzled in a backless halter leather dress
She was joined by partner Matthew Rhys, who made history after winning two leading Emmys in a single night
Furious star Emmy Rossum and Olivia Munn both thrilled in black gowns
Chase Infiniti took a fashion risk in a gold beaded gown
Carey Mulligan arrived in a sleeveless blue and white dress
Star Wars icon Harrison Ford was joined by wife Calista Flockhart, who wore a vivid pink ruched gown
The Pitt star Supriya Ganesh kicked off the Emmy Awards red carpet in a romantic baby blue silk gown, complete with a flirty ruffled hem
Charlie’s Angels beauty Jaclyn Smith, 80, showed off her age-defying looks in a stunning mint feather gown
The Bear star Abby Elliott made a glamorous arrival at the glitzy ceremony in a delicate pink bustier-style Erdem gown. Terri Seymour was the belle of the ball in an ethereal pink gown
Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke looked sophisticated in a lilac gown
Julia Garner sparkled in a gorgeous metallic silver dress
Succession star Sarah Snook captivated from every angle in a dreamy off-the-shoulder white gown
Dancing With The Stars pro Julianne Hough wore a plunging black gown with a feather skirt
Model Haley Kalil put on a show-stopping display in a timeless black gown with a sweeping train
Casey Affleck’s girlfriend Caylee Cowan stunned in a dramatic gold and black bustier-style dress
Baywatch beauty Brooks Nader was every inch the blonde bombshell in a red hot look
The Pitt star Shabana Azeez brought old Hollywood glamour to the event in a dazzling gold gown
Yellowstone star Hassie Harrison looked sensational in red
Rhea Seehorn and Cailee Spaeny both turned up the heat in fire-engine red gowns
The Boys star Jackie Tohn set the carpet ablaze in a shimmering, one-shoulder red gown
Niecy Nash-Betts looked red hot in a fiery gown
Bringing a splash of ethereal style to the bash, Lena Hall turned heads in a stunning light blue gown
Dead Sea star Isabel Gravitt wowed in a white number
Dad-to-be Jon Hamm proudly posed with his pregnant wife Anna Osceola, 38, weeks after their baby joy was revealed
The Pitt’s Noah Wyle was joined by glamorous wife Sara Wells
Kaley Cuoco showed off her growing baby bump alongside fiance Tom Pelphrey, 44. The former Big Bang Theory star, 40, is expecting a second daughter with Pelphrey
Linda Cardellini and Sepideh Moafi rocked shimmering dresses
Comedian Desi Lydic brought maximum drama to the red carpet in a backless blue gown
Nicole Brydon Bloom opted for a Grecian-style seafoam gown
Katherine LaNasa and Enuka Okuma both wowed in icy blue looks
Quinta Brunson slipped into a cream silk dress
Home Alone star Macaulay Culkin was accompanied by fiancee Brenda Song
Furious star Emmy Rossum and Olivia Munn both thrilled in black gowns.
Jean Smart wowed on the red carpet before earning her fifth Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy win in a row at the ceremony.
Leading the early arrivals in style, The Pitt star Supriya Ganesh turned heads as she stepped out in a romantic baby blue silk gown, complete with a flirty ruffled hem.
The Bear actress Abby Elliott made a glamorous arrival at the glitzy ceremony in a delicate pink bustier-style Erdem gown and jewelry by Jennifer Meyer.
Terri Seymour was the belle of the ball in an ethereal pink dress featuring delicate floral embellishments.
Allison Janney was the epitome of pure Hollywood elegance as she stepped out in a striking black dress with an extravagant splash of pink feathers around the neckline.
Chase Infiniti took a fashion risk in a gold beaded gown.
Star Wars icon Harrison Ford was joined by wife Calista Flockhart, who wore a vivid pink ruched gown.
Dad-to-be Jon Hamm proudly posed with his pregnant wife Anna Osceola, 38, as the pair attended the Emmys 2026, weeks after their baby joy was revealed.
Charlie’s Angels beauty Jaclyn Smith, 80, showed off her age-defying looks in a stunning mint feather gown.
Kaley Cuoco showed off her growing baby bump alongside fiance Tom Pelphrey, 44. The former Big Bang Theory star, 40, is expecting a second daughter with Pelphrey.
Allison Janney was the epitome of pure Hollywood elegance as she stepped out in a striking black dress with an extravagant splash of pink feathers around the neckline
Jean Smart wowed on the red carpet before earning her fifth Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy win in a row at the ceremony
Friends star Lisa Kudrow and The Gilded Age actress Carrie Coon both went with all-black looks
Julianna Margulies shimmered in a red and black ensemble
She was joined by husband Keith Lieberthal
The Bear star Ayo Edebiri looked effortlessly cool
Constance Zimmer and Christa Miller opted for black gowns
Sheryl Lee Ralph stunned in a Sergio Hudson dress
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman star Jane Seymour put on a dazzling display in a black and white beaded gown paired with a dramatic feather cape
Jason Bateman was joined by glamorous wife Amanda Anka
Jimmy Kimmel enjoyed the event alongside wife Molly McNearney
Stephen Colbert and wife Evelyn McGee-Colbert were also in attendance
Sons of Anarchy hunk Charlie Hunnam wore a black suit and was joined by partner Morgana McNelis
Paul Anthony Kelly – who portrayed John F. Kennedy Jr. in the miniseries Love Story – posed with wife Syd Widziszewski-Kelly on the red carpet
Last Straw star Jessica Belkin sizzled in a crimson red bustier-gown with dramatic cone bra cups.
Scarface beauty Michelle Pfeiffer slipped into an elegant black gown with a glittering brooch at the center of her waist.
Sons of Anarchy hunk Charlie Hunnam wore a black suit and was joined by partner Morgana McNelis.
NSYNC star Lance Bass set a classy tone for the night as he stepped out in a sleek dark navy Tommy Hilfiger suit.
Ganesh’s co-star Shabana Azeez brought old Hollywood glamour to the event in a dazzling gold gown.
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman star Jane Seymour put on a dazzling display in a black and white beaded gown paired with a dramatic feather cape.
Baywatch beauty Brooks Nader was every inch the blonde bombshell in a red hot look.
Paul Anthony Kelly – who portrayed John F. Kennedy Jr. in the miniseries Love Story – posed with wife Syd Widziszewski-Kelly on the red carpet.
Melissa Rivers took the plunge in a ruched black dress accessorized with layered silver necklaces.
The Boys star Jackie Tohn set the carpet ablaze in a shimmering, one-shoulder red gown.
Model Haley Kalil put on a show-stopping display in a timeless black gown with a sweeping train.
Sara Foster and Erin Foster rocked bright looks for the occasion
Nischelle Turner looked incredible in a form-fitting red gown that highlighted her sensationally toned arms. Tiffany Haddish rocked a lime green look
Brittany Bronski arrived in a sequin corset and a matching floor-length skirt
Melissa Rivers took the plunge in a ruched black dress accessorized with layered silver necklaces
House of the Dragon star Emma D’Arcy rocked a suit
Odessa A’zion flashed her midriff in a black velvet suit
Oscar Isaac wore a cream Celine suit and was joined by wife Elvira Lind
Amy Poehler held hands with boyfriend Joel Lovell
Back To The Future star Michael J. Fox was supported by his wife Tracy Pollan. The actor sat on a chair on the carpet amid his battle with Parkinson’s
He was joined by his family on the red carpet and later accepted The Bob Hope Humanitarian Award
Nischelle Turner looked incredible in a form-fitting red gown that highlighted her sensationally toned arms.
Martin Short and Steve Martin matched in black suits.
Bringing a splash of ethereal style to the bash, Lena Hall turned heads in a stunning light blue gown.
Casey Affleck’s girlfriend Caylee Cowan stunned in a dramatic gold and black bustier-style dress.
Television host Erin Lim Rhodes wowed in a strapless black gown with a plummeting neckline.
Glambot director Cole Walliser appeared to be nursing an injury as he arrived to the event wearing a black arm sling.
Zanna Roberts Rassi showcased her unique style in a strapless, structured grey top featuring exaggerated hip detailing paired with matching pants.
Niecy Nash-Betts looked red hot in a fiery gown. Meanwhile, Brittany Bronski arrived in a sequin corset and a matching floor-length skirt.
Model Caroline Ribeiro exuded effortless elegance in a sweeping olive-green gown.
Podcast and TV host Lety Sahagun looked lovely in a plum dress that showcased her toned arms.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms stars Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell were a dynamic duo on the red carpet.
Claffey wore a sharp black suit while Ansell opted for a sleek white ensemble, as the duo – who star as Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire Egg, Prince Aegon Targaryen, in the hit HBO fantasy – posed together.
Jason Segel and Kayla Radomski coordinated in black
Martin Short and Steve Martin matched in black suits
NSYNC star Lance Bass set a classy tone for the night as he stepped out in a sleek dark navy Tommy Hilfiger suit
Grace Gummer and Mark Ronson made a stylish pair
Television host Erin Lim Rhodes wowed in a strapless black gown with a plummeting neckline
YouTuber Trisha Paytas arrived in a glittering gold gown with a statement navy train
Zanna Roberts Rassi showcased her unique style in a strapless, structured grey top featuring exaggerated hip detailing paired with matching pants
Raya Abirached looked glamorous in a delicate violet gown
Podcast and TV host Lety Sahagun looked lovely in a plum dress that showcased her toned arms. Model Caroline Ribeiro exuded effortless elegance in a sweeping olive-green gown
Journalist Elizabeth Wagmeister shimmered in a silver gown
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms stars Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell were a dynamic duo on the red carpet
Claffey wore a sharp black suit while Ansell opted for a sleek white ensemble, as the duo – who star as Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire Egg, Prince Aegon Targaryen, in the hit HBO fantasy – posed together
Adam Brody looked handsome in a simple black suit. Richard Gadd opted for a navy look
Glambot director Cole Walliser appeared to be nursing an injury as he arrived to the event wearing a black arm sling
Hargitay served as host of the gala event which marked the first time a woman has hosted the show in 15 years.
Widow’s Bay was the biggest winner at the Emmy Awards 2026 as leading man Matthew Rhys made history as the first actor to win two leading acting gongs in different categories in one night.
Rhea Seehorn earned one of the biggest wins of television’s biggest night and beat one of the biggest stars in Zendaya to earn the honor.
The 54-year-old actress triumphed in the Lead Actress in a Drama category as she was recognized for her work in Pluribus.
The Pitt earned the top award of the night Outstanding Drama series on a night where it earned 25 nominations which was the most from any single series.
It faced stiff competition including: The Diplomat, The Gilded Age, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Paradise, Pluribus, Slow Horses, and Your Friends and Neighbors.
The Pitt is centered around the daily lives of healthcare professionals in a Pittsburgh hospital as they juggle personal crises, workplace politics, and the emotional toll of treating critically ill patients, revealing the resilience required in their noble calling.
Noah Wyle was the first to be awarded for the highly-popular HBO Max series.
The 55-year-old actor earned the win in the coveted Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series category as he beat out: Sterling K. Brown for Paradise, Gary Oldman for Slow Horses, Mark Ruffalo for Task, and Rufus Sewell for The Diplomat.
Though Zendaya posed solo on the red carpet, her husband Tom Holland later joined her inside
The pair were seen mingling with guests
Danes, Clarke and Fanning posed for photos inside
Zendaya was on presenter duties for TV’s biggest night
Jean Smart accepted the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series Award for Hacks from Zendaya
Widow’s Bay was the biggest winner as it swept the ceremony with leading man Matthew Rhys making history as the first actor to win two leading acting gongs in one night
On the drama side, it was once again The Pitt who was the big winner as the HBO Max series took home top honor Outstanding Drama Series and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama for Noah Wyle
Kate O’Flynn earned the first award of the night in the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy category for Widow’s Bay
Rhea Seehorn triumphed in the Lead Actress in a Drama category for her star turn in Pluribus, shockingly beating out Zendaya to take home the top honor
Sally Field earned Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her work in Remarkably Bright Creatures
Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey entertained the crowd
The Fanning sisters mingled with Kidman and Pfeiffer
Michael J Fox left celebrity guests at the Emmys 2026 visibly emotional as he accepted The Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Monday’s ceremony
Country superstar Dolly Parton was honored during the in memoriam segment
Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance during the Emmy Awards ceremony as she starred in a skit parodying Hargitay’s Law & Order SVU show
On the series he portrays Dr. Michael ‘Robby’ Robinavitch who is the main protagonist of the show as he deals with trauma and PTSD alongside unresolved post-COVID stress.
Jean Smart earned her fifth Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy win in a row at the Emmy Awards 2026 on a night that featured a star-studded red carpet.
The 75-year-old talented actress was recognized for her work on Hacks which just had its fifth and final season.
Sally Field earned Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her work in Remarkably Bright Creatures.
The 79-year-old actress won over: Claire Danes for The Beast in Me, Carey Mulligan for Beef, Sarah Pidgeon for Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, and Sarah Snook for All Her Fault.
Kate O’Flynn earned the first award of the night in the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy category. The 40-year-old British actress earned the honor for her work in Widow’s Bay.
