Mariska Hargitay To Host 2026 Emmy Awards On NBC

Mariska Hargitay was announced as the host for the 78th Emmy Awards ceremony. The announcement was made at NBCUniversal’s Emmy Kick-Off Luncheon, where Hargitay was a central figure in the traditional group photo. The ceremony is scheduled to air on September 8th. Hargitay is widely recognized for her long-standing role as Olivia Benson in the NBC crime drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. This hosting gig marks a significant role for the acclaimed actress on a major television awards stage. The Emmy Awards celebrate excellence in television programming across various genres and platforms. The selection of Hargitay as host is expected to draw considerable attention from her dedicated fanbase and the broader television community. The event will be broadcast live on NBC, providing a prime-time slot for the prestigious awards show. Further details regarding the production and other presenters are anticipated to be released in the coming months leading up to the September 8th telecast.