78th Emmy Nominations Announced for 2026 Awards

The nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards were announced on Wednesday morning. The announcement was made by previous Emmy winners Liza Colón-Zayas, known for her role in "The Bear," and Jeff Hiller, star of "Somebody Somewhere." They were joined by Cris Abrego, the chair of the TV Academy. This year's nominations follow months of extensive For Your Consideration (FYC) campaigns, which included screenings, panels, billboards, pop-up events, podcasts, and advertising efforts across the industry. The majority of the nominations were scheduled to be revealed during the live announcement event. The Emmy Awards celebrate excellence in television programming across various genres and categories. The selection process involves nominations submitted by industry professionals and judged by members of the Television Academy. The 78th iteration of the awards ceremony is anticipated to recognize outstanding achievements in television for the preceding eligibility period. The nominees announced today will compete for the coveted Emmy statuettes in their respective categories, with the winners to be determined at a later date. The TV Academy's announcement marks a significant milestone in the annual awards season, highlighting the most impactful and acclaimed television productions and performances.