“Widow’s Bay” Dominates 78th Emmy Awards

"Widow's Bay" dominates 78th Emmy Awards (News Central TV) "Widow's Bay" dominates 78th Emmy Awards (News Central TV)
Actor Matthew Rhys. Credit: BBC

“Widow’s Bay” swept the 78th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Monday, winning Outstanding Comedy Series and setting a historical record with 14 total wins in a single year.

Stars Matthew Rhys, Stephen Root, and Kate O’Flynn earned comedy acting honours for the breakout show, while Rhys achieved a rare double victory by also claiming lead actor in a limited series for “The Beast in Me.”

“The Pitt” repeated its dominance by securing Outstanding Drama Series, with lead Noah Wyle winning Lead Actor in a Drama.

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Apple TV’s Rhea Seehorn took the lead actress in a drama for “Pluribus,” while Tom Pelphrey (“Task”) and Allison Janney (“The Diplomat”) claimed the supporting drama trophies. Jean Smart won Lead Actress in a Comedy for the final season of “Hacks.”

“DTF St. Louis” captured Outstanding Limited Series, sweeping supporting honours for David Harbour and Linda Cardellini. Sally Field won Lead Actress in a Limited Series for “Remarkably Bright Creatures.”

"Widow's Bay" dominates the 78th Emmy Awards (News Central TV)
Betty Gilpin poses in the press room with the award for outstanding guest actress in a comedy series for “Widow’s Bay” during night two of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, in Los Angeles. Credit: The Japan News

Hosted by “Law & Order: SVU” star Mariska Hargitay, the ceremony celebrated the television industry’s top achievements across comedy, drama, and limited series formats.

List of the winners

Here is a list of the winners in key categories for the 78th Emmy Awards.

OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES: “The Pitt”

OUTSTANDING COMEDY SERIES: “Widow’s Bay”

OUTSTANDING LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES: “DTF St. Louis”

LEAD ACTOR, DRAMA: Noah Wyle, “The Pitt”

LEAD ACTRESS, DRAMA: Rhea Seehorn, “Pluribus”

LEAD ACTOR, COMEDY: Matthew Rhys, “Widow’s Bay”

LEAD ACTRESS, COMEDY: Jean Smart, “Hacks”

LEAD ACTOR, LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES OR MOVIE: Matthew Rhys, “The Beast in Me”

LEAD ACTRESS, LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES OR MOVIE: Sally Field, “Remarkably Bright Creatures”

SUPPORTING ACTOR, DRAMA: Tom Pelphrey, “Task”

SUPPORTING ACTRESS, DRAMA: Allison Janney, “The Diplomat”

SUPPORTING ACTOR, COMEDY: Stephen Root, “Widow’s Bay”

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SUPPORTING ACTRESS, COMEDY: Kate O’Flynn, “Widow’s Bay”

SUPPORTING ACTOR, LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES OR MOVIE: David Harbour, “DTF St. Louis”

SUPPORTING ACTRESS, LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES OR MOVIE: Linda Cardellini, “DTF St. Louis”

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  • Abisoye Adeyiga

    Abisoye Adedoyin Adeyiga holds a PhD in Languages and Media Studies and a Master’s in Education (English Language). Trained in digital marketing and investigative journalism, she is passionate about new media’s transformative power. She enjoys reading, traveling, and meaningful conversations.

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