Selena Gomez turned heads on the red carpet of the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on September 14, 2026, wearing a gold Louis Vuitton gown with diamond-encrusted earrings. Her series, Only Murders in the Building, received a nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series, though Gomez herself was not individually nominated for an Emmy.
The ceremony, hosted by Mariska Hargitay for the first time in 15 years, took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. HBO Max’s The Pitt led the night with 25 nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series, while Hacks followed closely with 24 nominations.
Winners and Key Highlights
- Outstanding Drama Series: The Diplomat
- Outstanding Comedy Series: Widow’s Bay
- Drama Lead Actor: Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
- Drama Lead Actress: Zendaya (Euphoria)
- Comedy Lead Actress: Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary)
Red Carpet Trends
Celebrities embraced bold fashion choices, with Gomez’s gold gown and Zendaya’s plunging silver dress drawing significant attention. Hargitay wore a shimmering red off-the-shoulder gown, while Kristen Bell opted for an ethereal white silk dress. Noah Wyle, nominated for The Pitt, attended with his wife, Sara Wells, in a silver tuxedo jacket and black bow tie.
Notable Absences and Snubs
Despite its popularity, Only Murders in the Building did not secure an individual nomination for Gomez, though the show was recognized in the comedy series category. Other snubs included Euphoria missing the top drama series category, despite Zendaya and Colman Domingo receiving acting nominations.
Host and Performances
Hargitay’s hosting marked a historic moment as the first woman to lead the ceremony in over a decade. Performers included Noah Kahan during the In Memoriam segment, honoring industry figures who passed away in the past year.
Awards Ceremony Details
The Emmys aired live on NBC and Peacock, with early ceremonies on September 5–6 recognizing artistic and technical achievements. Widow’s Bay led with eight wins, followed by DTF St. Louis with six and The Pitt with four.
Additional Context
The 2026 Emmys highlighted a mix of returning favorites and new contenders, with The Pitt and Hacks dominating nominations. The event also featured posthumous recognition for Rob Reiner, awarded an Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for The Bear.