The 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards took place on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater. The prestigious event celebrated the best television shows and talent of the year, with actors Harvey Guillén and Brenda Song announcing the nominees on July 15. This year, Severance led the nominations with 27 nods, followed by The Penguin with 24 nominations and The Studio with 23. Other notable shows like The White Lotus, The Pitt, The Bear, and Abbott Elementary also received recognition. The star-studded ceremony, hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze, drew excitement and anticipation as fans eagerly awaited to discover the night’s big winners.
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In the category of Outstanding Drama Series, the nominees included Andor, The Diplomat, The Last of Us, Paradise, The Pitt, Severance, Slow Horses, and The White Lotus. For Outstanding Comedy Series, Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Hacks, Nobody Wants This, Only Murders in the Building, Shrinking, The Studio, and What We Do in the Shadows vied for the top prize. In the category of Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, titles such as Adolescence, Black Mirror, Dying for Sex, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, The Penguin, and Sirens faced off.
The night also saw fierce competition in the acting categories. Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series featured nominees like Adam Scott, Gary Oldman, Noah Wyle, Pedro Pascal, and Sterling K. Brown. In the Outstanding Lead Actress category, talents such as Bella Ramsey, Britt Lower, Kathy Bates, Keri Russell, and Sharon Hogan were recognized for their outstanding performances. The Supporting Actor and Actress categories in both drama and comedy showcased a stellar lineup of talent, including James Marsden, Jason Isaacs, Aimee Lou Wood, and Parker Posey, among others.
One of the highlights of the evening was Seth Rogen winning his first Emmy for his lead role in The Studio, adding a memorable moment to the event. Fans were also treated to surprises and special appearances, such as actor Jake Gyllenhaal gifting a young fan, Owen Cooper, with a heartwarming gesture before the awards show. Additionally, Julianne Nicholson took home the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in Paradise.
The Emmy Awards also recognised outstanding reality and competition programs, with shows like RuPaul’s Drag Race, Queer Eye, and Jeopardy! receiving accolades for their contributions to the television landscape. Hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze, the ceremony brought together the industry’s top talents to celebrate achievements in television, from scripted series to reality shows and documentaries. As the winners were announced and trophies were handed out, the evening showcased the diversity and creativity of the television industry, highlighting the outstanding work of actors, writers, directors, and producers.
Overall, the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards was a night to remember, with memorable wins, emotional speeches, and plenty of entertainment. The event not only celebrated the hard work and dedication of those in the television industry but also provided a platform to honour the best in storytelling and performance. As the night came to a close, audiences were left inspired by the creativity and talent on display, looking forward to what the future holds for television and the incredible stories yet to be told.