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2026 Emmy Nominations

Jul 8, 2026 · 26m

Summary

Hosts Glenn Weldon, Linda Holmes, and Ayesha Harris break down the Emmy nominations, highlighting favorites like *Hacks*, *The Bear*, and *Widow’s Bay*. They discuss surprises such as *Pluribus* and *Margot’s Got Money Troubles*, while debating category fraud and notable snubs like *Industry*. The trio offers predictions for top acting and series awards, favoring performances by Matthew Rhys, Ray Sehorne, and Sarah Snook.

Topics discussed

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