Emmys Trifecta: Matthew Rhys Sets Two Emmy Records with Second Statuette of the Night
Rhys became the first performer to win lead-acting Emmys in drama, comedy and limited series after taking two trophies in one night.
- On Monday, September 14, 2026, actor Matthew Rhys made history at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards by winning two lead-acting trophies in a single ceremony, becoming the first performer to achieve this feat.
- Building on his 2018 drama victory for The Americans, Rhys became the first male actor to secure lead-acting Emmys across drama, comedy, and limited series genres.
- Rhys won Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series for Netflix's The Beast in Me and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Apple TV's Widow's Bay.
- His victory for The Beast in Me was widely considered an upset over Oscar Isaac, while his comedy win for Widow's Bay was expected given the show's 19 nominations.
- Following these wins, Rhys will continue his collaboration with Apple TV, starring in the second season of the legal drama Presumed Innocent while Widow's Bay moves into its second season.
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Matthew Rhys made history at this year's Emmy Awards! The Brit was the first actor to pick up two trophies for the best leading role in different categories on a single evening. But Jean Smart and Allison Janney were also able to enjoy a record at the Emmys.
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