A record-breaking night at the Emmys saw Widow’s Bay and The Pitt dominate as the top comedy and drama series, respectively, each securing multiple major awards. Jean Smart extended her historic streak with a fifth straight win for Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks, cementing her place in television history. Meanwhile, Matthew Rhys joined an exclusive club of repeat acting winners, adding to the evening’s standout performances. The ceremony highlighted standout achievements in both scripted genres, with standout performances across the board.
The Emmys 2026 crowned “Widow’s Bay” as the night’s top comedy winner and “The Pitt” as the top drama winner, with both shows taking home several major awards. Jean Smart made history by winning her fifth consecutive Lead Actress in a Comedy Series Emmy for “Hacks,” while Matthew Rhys became a rare two-time acting winner...
