2026 Emmys recap
Summary
Glenn Weldon and Linda Holmes recap the 2026 Emmys, highlighting *Widow's Bay*'s sweep of comedy awards and Matthew Rhys's historic double win. They discuss *The Pitt* retaining its drama series title and praise host Mariska Hargitay's earnest, if cheesy, performance. The hosts also critique the broadcast's pacing, noting the heavy weight of in memoriam segments and the awkward decision to have Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey fill time at the end.
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Intro and Emmy Awards recap setup
Host introductions and energy check
Widow's Bay wins Outstanding Comedy Series
Matthew Rhys historic double acting win
Widow's Bay supporting cast and crew wins
Katie Dippold and Hiro Murai recognition
Jean Smart wins for Hacks
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The Pitt wins Outstanding Drama Series
The Pitt vs Pluribus: Reach and style
Noah Wyle wins Lead Actor in Drama
Rhea Seehorn wins Lead Actress in Drama
Pluribus writing and supporting drama wins
Slow Horses directing win
Limited series category and DTF: St. Louis
Sally Field and The Traitors wins
Late Show with Stephen Colbert wins
Mariska Hargitay as host: performance review
Broadcast pacing, in memoriam, and structure
Final thoughts and credits
Sponsors: This American Life, Planet Money
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