'The Pitt' leads with 25 Emmy nominations and 'Hacks' is top among comedies with 24
- The nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were officially announced on Wednesday morning, with Max's medical drama The Pitt leading all contenders with 25 nods, while Hacks secured the top spot in the comedy fields with 24 nominations.
- Following a highly successful rookie year, the sophomore season of The Pitt completely dominated the dramatic acting categories, earning repeat nods for stars Noah Wyle and Katherine LaNasa alongside multiple supporting cast nominations.
- Entering its fifth and final season, the critically acclaimed comedy series Hacks is poised for a major farewell celebration as lead actress Jean Smart looks to secure her fifth consecutive win for her iconic role.
- Hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay, the star-studded awards ceremony is scheduled to air live on NBC from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on September 14, 2026.
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The American Television Academy announced the nominations for the 78th edition of the awards; the award ceremony will be held next September 14, with Mariska Hargitay as host
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