The 78th Annual Emmy Awards were held on September 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, featuring a blue carpet in honor of NBC’s 100th anniversary. Hosted by Mariska Hargitay, the event recognized outstanding television achievements, with “Widow’s Bay” securing a record-breaking 14 Emmy wins, including Outstanding Comedy Series. “The Pitt” won Outstanding Drama Series for the second consecutive year, and “DTF St. Louis” claimed the Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series award.
Noteworthy winners included Noah Wyle, Rhea Seehorn, and Jean Smart for their acting performances. A special tribute to Dolly Parton was performed by Reba McEntire. Additionally, there were reunions for “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Charlie’s Angels” to celebrate anniversaries.
The red carpet showcased remarkable fashion choices. Supriya Ganesh donned a stunning pale blue McQueen gown, while Matty Matheson opted for a classic brown-and-black tuxedo. Lisa Rinna rocked a sculptural black gown, and Grace Gummer shone in a black Dior dress. Joy Sunday stunned in an off-white embellished gown, and Noah Kahan looked sharp in a black Bode tuxedo.
Colman Domingo made a statement in a vibrant Valentino ensemble, Lukita Maxwell dazzled in a champagne-gold Louis Vuitton dress, and Megan Stalter turned heads dressed as a golden Emmy statuette. Cynthia Nixon looked elegant in a burgundy Issey Miyake gown, and Alan Cumming stood out in an embellished suit. Zendaya sparkled in a crystal-covered Prada gown, and Selena Gomez exuded glamour in a gold Louis Vuitton gown.
Nicole Kidman wore a white Chanel dress with handmade flowers, Florence Pugh stunned in a purple Vivienne Westwood gown, and Riz Ahmed rocked an oversized blue-grey Loewe suit. Emilia Clarke looked ethereal in a pink Prada gown, Claire Danes shimmered in a silver Giorgio Armani dress, and Sarah Pidgeon impressed in a pale purple Chanel gown. Finally, Dan Levy opted for a custom Celine tuxedo as he paid tribute to Catherine O’Hara during the broadcast.