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  • The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards has wrapped up at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. It was a huge night for the historical epic “Shōgun,” which became the first ever non-English language series to win best drama, along with wins for lead actor, actress and directing.
  • The comedy category saw big wins for the tension-packed FX hit “The Bear,” including for star Jeremy Allen White. But it was “Hacks” — a women-led series about an aging stand-up and a young comedy writer — that took the outstanding comedy series prize. Here’s a list of all the winners.
  • Some stars took the opportunity to make political statements tonight — though they largely kept it subtle. Actor John Leguizamo delivered an impassioned speech about equity and representation in the industry.
  • Here for the fashion? The stars showed out as they arrived on the red carpet. Check out our Emmys style photo gallery for all the best looks.
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In pictures: The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards

The Primetime Emmy Awards, which honor the best in American television, have just wrapped up tonight in Los Angeles.

Eugene and Dan Levy, the father-and-son duo who co-starred in the sitcom “Schitt’s Creek,” hosted the show from the Peacock Theater.

See some of the best photos from the night:

Ebon Moss-Bachrach accepts the Emmy for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series ("The Bear"). He also won the award at the last Emmys. 
Show hosts Eugene and Dan Levy open the show with some jokes. The father-and-son duo starred in the award-winning sitcom "Schitt's Creek," which ended in 2020. 
Liza Colón-Zayas accepts the award for outstanding supporting actress in a comedy series ("The Bear"). It was already the third acting award for "The Bear" in the first hour of the show. 
From left, Maya Rudolph, Seth Meyers, Kristen Wiig and Bowen Yang present the Emmy for outstanding writing for a variety special. They took the opportunity to poke fun at their current and former boss, “Saturday Night Live” creator Lorne Michaels. Wiig joked that Michaels has “lost the Emmy” over 80 times. “You do have value. You are worthy and you are not, and have never been a loser, even though you have lost a lot,” Wiig joked, speaking directly to Michaels in the audience. (He has still won 21 Emmys.) 
Lamorne Morris poses backstage with the Emmy he won for outstanding supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie ("Fargo"). 
Alan Cumming, the host of "The Traitors," is accompanied by members of the show's cast and crew after it won the Emmy for outstanding reality competition program. 

Look back on more memorable moments here.

This year's Emmys took us back to the golden age of television — and let us know that we are still there

From nostalgic TV reunions to “The Bear’s” Liza Colón-Zayas beating Meryl Streep and Carol Burnett to win outstanding supporting comedy actress, the night was all about reminding us how surprising and wonderful television was, is and can be.

Bringing together famous television dads, moms, coaches, cops, doctors and lawyers by presenting actors who played them in iconic TV shows gave viewers the opportunity to reminisce about some of their favorite series and characters.

Some of “The West Wing” cast came together toward the end of the night to the delight of the audience to present an award and to encourage everyone to vote in this year’s election. Earlier, Henry Winkler and Ron Howard appeared onstage to reminisce about the legendary series that made them household names, “Happy Days.”

While things are pretty contentious these days, it was a joy to remember when simply picking which channel to watch was the most stressful part of TV. But all isn’t lost and there was also plenty to remind us that the industry is still churning out some pretty good work, even in the face of the ever-expanding crush of content.

Jean Smart’s joke about believing the hit Netflix series “Baby Reindeer” was about Rudolph the red-nosed one was well-timed, providing the perfect setup for that show to win the Emmy for limited/anthology series, along with acting trophies for star and creator Richard Gadd and his costar Jessica Gunning.

The dark drama is actually based on Gadd’s experience with a woman he said started as a friend and turned into a stalker. He had some words of wisdom in one of his acceptance speeches.

Hopefully, Hollywood continues to take note regarding good storytelling, and leans into Gadd’s urging to “dare” and take risks.

Ultimately, though, Emmys night kept coming back to the theme of representation and the constant need to do better.

Colón-Zayas became the first Latina to ever win in her category, which was a good reminder that there are still some hills left to climb in Hollywood. “Shōgun” won top honors as outstanding drama show, becoming the first ever non-English language series to win the award. And “Hacks” was somewhat of a surprise winner in the outstanding comedy series category, placing a women-led series that deals with sexism and later-life career struggles in the spotlight.

Encapsulating the energy of the night, John Leguizamo gave an impassioned speech paying tribute to the historic Latinx nominees and recognizing other minorities in the Emmy nominee pool, saying he was “one of Hollywood’s DEI hires,” going on to define DEI as “diligence, excellence and imagination.”

“We are all DEI hires,” Leguizamo said.

"Schitt's Creek" enjoyed a full family reunion at the end of the show

Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy, Annie Murphy and Dan Levy speak on stage.

It was Rose family reunion on the Emmys stage Sunday evening when “Schitt’s Creek” stars Catherine O’Hara and Annie Murphy joined hosts Dan and Eugene Levy.

Murphy, with the Levys, took to the stage at first, with Murphy joking that she heard they’d asked the “shining star of ‘Schitt’s Creek’” to present the final award.

Dan Levy then broke the news to his onscreen sister that the person in question actually wasn’t her, and the three of them then introduced O’Hara to present the final award of the evening.

O’Hara, who played Rose family matriarch and TV icon Moira Rose on “Schitt’s Creek,” joked that she was “shocked and delighted” to be presenting the award for best comedy series.

After O’Hara jokingly tore up the winner’s envelope, crying out about why “must we really choose a winner,” she pulled out the actual winner’s envelope and announced that “Hacks” won the Emmy for best comedy.

"Hacks" writers emphasize need for diversity while accepting award for outstanding comedy series

Paul W. Downs, front, and the cast and crew of "Hacks" accept the award for outstanding comedy series.

“Hacks” has won the Emmy for outstanding comedy series, earning the top award despite stiff competition from “The Bear.”

Writer and co-creator Paul W. Downs thanked the cast, crew and writers of the show and made a case for more representation onscreen while accepting the award.

The Max comedy series follows aging stand-up comedian Deborah Vance (played by Jean Smart) who joins forces with the young comedy writer Ava Daniels (played by Hannah Einbinder) to save her act at a casino in Las Vegas.

The third season of “Hacks” finds Vance trying to secure a gig as a late-night host, an opportunity she lost earlier in her career over sexism.

Best red carpet looks from the 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards

Red carpet season is underway: The biggest names in television descended on LA’s Peacock Theater for the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards tonight. 

Check out some of the most memorable looks from the night: 

Eiza González.
Jonathan Bailey and Matt Bomer.
Ayo Edebiri.
Jennifer Aniston.
Dallas Goldtooth.
The cast of "RuPaul's Drag Race" Season 16.
Greta Lee.

See all the best photos from the red carpet here.

"Shōgun" caps a huge night by winning historic Emmy for best drama series

“Shōgun” has won the Emmy for outstanding drama series, making it the first ever non-English language series to do so.

Hiroyuki Sanada, who won an Emmy for outstanding lead actor from the show, then gave his speech in Japanese, which Marks translated.

The historical drama, based on James Clavell’s bestselling novel, is set in feudal Japan in 1600. Most of the cast was hired from Japan, and the majority of the dialogue in the show is in Japanese with English subtitles.

About a week after its debut, Disney reported that the first episode garnered 9 million views globally across its streaming platforms Hulu+, Disney+ and Star+, making it the company’s top scripted general entertainment series premiere globally.

CNN’s Christy Choi, Julia Chatterley and Lisa Respers France contributed to this post.

The Emmy for outstanding lead actress in a drama series is awarded to Anna Sawai

Anna Sawai accepts the award for outstanding lead actress in a drama series.

Anna Sawai took home the Emmy award for outstanding lead actress in a drama series for her role as Lady Mariko in “Shōgun.”

It’s her first Emmy win and nomination.

While accepting her award, she thanked the Television Academy, her fellow nominees within the category, her family as well as her cast and crew.

“This is to all the women who expect nothing and continue to be an example to everyone,” she said.

“Shōgun,” the epic historical drama, is set in feudal Japan in 1600. Most of the cast was hired from Japan, and the majority of the dialogue in the show is in Japanese with English subtitles.

CNN’s Christy Choi and Julia Chatterley contributed reporting.

TV lawyers represented by Christine Baranksi, Viola Davis and Gina Torres

Viola Davis, Gina Torres and Christine Baranski, speak on stage.

Christine Baranksi, Viola Davis and Gina Torres appeared on stage to argue their case for why lawyers are among some of television’s favorite — and most astute — characters. 

“The lawyer sees our witness,” Baranski — who played Diane Lockhart on “The Good Wife” and “The Good Fight” — said. 

Davis, who portrayed professor of defense law Annalise Keating in “How to Get Away with Murder,” added one caveat: “Lawyers have seen every combination of the human condition and their efforts.”

Torres added that in so many ways, lawyers work to “better the human condition.” The actress embodied Jessica Pearson in the legal drama series “Suits.”

The trio appeared on stage to present the award for lead actress in a drama series.

Hiroyuki Sanada wins best lead actor in a drama series, marking another award for "Shōgun"

Hiroyuki Sanada accepts the award for outstanding lead actor in a drama series.

The Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a drama series goes to Hiroyuki Sanada.

This is his first nomination and first Emmy win.

“Shōgun” is notching some major victories tonight, and is one to watch later tonight.

The historical drama, based on James Clavell’s bestselling novel, is only the second non-English language program to be nominated in the outstanding drama category.

The series is set in feudal Japan in 1600. Most of the cast was hired from Japan, and the majority of the dialogue in the show is in Japanese with English subtitles.

CNN spoke with Sanada, who plays Lord Yoshii Toranaga, about how showrunners brought the series to life.

CNN’s Lisa Respers France contributed to this post.

"Baby Reindeer" takes home yet another Emmy for outstanding limited or anthology series

Richard Gadd, accompanied by cast and crew, receives the award for best limited or anthology series.

The dark Netflix hit “Baby Reindeer” took home the Primetime Emmy award on Sunday night for best limited or anthology series.

He introduced and thanked the show’s cast and crew who was onstage alongside him.

Gadd also went on to highlight the show’s willingness to take risks and encouraged other showrunners to do the same.

“There’s no set formula to this,” he said, urging people to “take risks, push boundaries, explore the uncomfortable, dare to fail in order to achieve.”

Actor Jodie Foster thanks the indigenous people of northern Alaska in Emmy acceptance speech

Jodie Foster accepts the award for outstanding lead actress in a limited series, anthology or TV movie.

Jodie Foster, the two-time Oscar-winning actress, has won the first Emmy of her career.

Foster was recognized as best lead actress in a limited series, anthology or TV movie for her work in “True Detective: Night Country.”

“This is an incredibly emotional moment for me because ‘True Detective: North Country’ was just a magical experience,” Foster said.

She thanked her “champ and my partner in crime” Kali Reis, her costar on the show. 

Foster also highlighted the indigenous people of northern Alaska, who figure in the show.

Richard Gadd thanks parents in speech for second Emmy win

Richard Gadd has won the Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a limited series, anthology or TV movie, earning recognition for “Baby Reindeer,” a project he created based on his own harrowing experience with a stalker.

While accepting his award — which is his second Emmy of the night — Gadd thanked the show’s directors “for bringing out the best in me,” as well as his parents. 

“They’re the best,” he said of his mom and dad, adding that they’ve been through “some trying times as a family.”

“Baby Reindeer” is a dramatized version of real events that happened to series creator and actor Gadd. In the show, Gadd’s character, Donny, meets Martha (Emmy-winner Jessica Gunning) at the pub where he bartends. After he offers her tea on the house, Martha begins to stalk and harass Donny, sabotaging his life.

“Baby Reindeer” has topped most-watched lists worldwide since its debut in April, generating headlines and speculation about the characters and who inspired them. Gadd’s story is real, but he says the version that appears in his thriller miniseries has been altered for artistic and privacy reasons.

CNN’s Sydney Bishop and Hilary Whiteman contributed reporting.

Jimmy Smits, Don Johnson and Niecy Nash-Betts are arrestingly funny in TV cop tribute 

Jimmy Smits, Don Johnson and Niecy Nash Betts speak during a tribute to TV cops.

Jimmy Smits, Niecy Nash-Betts and Don Johnson pulled up to the Emmys stage to reflect on their roles as TV cops. 

Smits described his “NYPD Blue” character, Det. Bobby Simone, as a “strong and sensitive, street-smart type,” while Nash-Betts joked her “Reno 911!” character, Deputy Raineesha Williams, got by on the job by only having “marginal knowledge of the law.” 

Johnson’s character in “Nash Bridges,” meanwhile, played by his own rules but always brought the bad guy to justice. 

Smits begrudgingly then pointed out that his “NYPD Blue” character died by the end of it, but Nash-Betts had better luck — her characters always survive. 

Emmys pays tribute to those we lost with a performance by Jelly Roll

Jelly Roll performs during the In Memoriam segment.

This year’s In Memoriam was a little bit country with award-winning country singer Jelly Roll performing.

Jelly Roll performed his song “I Am Not Okay” and talked about the “healing power” of music and storytelling.

Dionne Harmon, one of the awards shows producers, told Variety the singer took a break from his tour to perform for the Emmys Sunday.

“He is literally stepping off tour for a day and going right back on the road when he’s done,” said Harmon. “So, we’re so grateful to him. Jesse did a lot of begging to get that!”

Music director Rickey Minor told the publication before the show he thought the “decision of what particular song to do will touch everyone.”

“I cry every time I hear it,” Minor said. “Everyone at home, make sure you have tons of tissue around.”

Following the performance Jimmy Kimmel remembered legendary comedic actor Bob Newhart who died this year.

John Leguizamo recognizes Latinx nominees and other minorities

John Leguizamo speaks on stage.

Actor John Leguizamo appeared on stage to recognize the diversity among the nominees at Sunday’s ceremony and speak to representation in Hollywood. He started off specifically honoring the many Latinx nominees present in the audience, including Selena Gomez, Nava Mau and Liza Colón-Zayas.

Leguizamo joked that he’s one of “Hollywood’s DEI hires,” going on to define DEI to mean “diligence, excellence and imagination.” (DEI is an acronym for diversity, equity and inclusion, and has been a political flashpoint.)

Leguizamo spoke about how when he was younger, he didn’t know that people like him, a person of Latin descent, could be actors. 

Leguizamo then recalled the full-page ad he took out in the New York Times directed at the Television Academy, calling on voters to “recognize candidates of color,” joking wryly that the ad alone had solved all the problems in the industry. This year’s list of nominees, he said, is “among the most diverse” in history.

"I owe them everything," director of history-making series "Shōgun" thanks cast while accepting Emmy

With more of the drama categories now in focus, we might be entering the “Shōgun” period of the program.

The historical drama just won for best directing in a drama series.

“Thank you so much for this,” director Frederick E. O. Toye said. 

He thanked Hulu, Disney and FX for giving him the honor to participate in the project. 

He thanked the “team of amazing actors and actresses who led the way. I owe them everything,” he said.

The historical drama, based on James Clavell’s bestselling novel, became only the second non-English language program to be nominated in the outstanding drama category.

The epic historical drama is set in feudal Japan in 1600. Most of the cast was hired from Japan, and the majority of the dialogue in the show is in Japanese with English subtitles.

About a week after its debut, Disney reported that the first episode garnered 9 million views globally across its streaming platforms Hulu+, Disney+ and Star+, making it the company’s top scripted general entertainment series premiere globally.

CNN’s Christy Choi and Julia Chatterley contributed to this report.

Olympians join TV "coaches" for a little break in the action

Brendan Hunt and Jane Lynch are joined by Olympic athletes to present the award for outstanding directing for a drama series.

The Emmys went for the gold Sunday night.

Jane Lynch and Brendan Hunt — who played coaches on “Glee” and “Ted Lasso,” respectively — presented the best directing for a drama award and had some fun while they were at it, appearing in a locker room set and cracking some jokes.

Lynch, who also played Sue Sylvester on “Glee,” teased Hunt that his role as Coach Beard on “Ted Lasso” was just an assistant coach, while she was a head coach.

They were joined on stage by several Olympic athletes, including Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik, who captured hearts this summer as the “Clark Kent” of pommel horse.

"The Bear" gets another win, this time for directing

Christopher Storer accepts the award for best directing in a comedy series.

The FX restaurant dramedy “The Bear” is having a very strong night, as expected.

It just picked up another Emmy, this time recognizing Christopher Storer for best directing in a comedy series.

Season two of “The Bear” produced some of the most memorable episodes in the series’ history, with the cameo-heavy midseason Christmas episode “Fishes,” earning Storer the win tonight.

The episode — a moving portrait of family trauma — generated buzz with its ensemble of guest stars, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Bob Odenkirk, Sarah Paulson, John Mulaney and Jon Bernthal. 

Sunday, Monday, "Happy Days" reunion

Ron Howard and Henry Winkler embrace while presenting the award for outstanding directing for a comedy series.

Welcome back to the Fonz.

The man who played that beloved character, Henry Winkler, reunited with his “Happy Days” costar, Ron Howard, for a little bit of throwback love for the popular series.

The pair came together to present an award, but also to remind us all of how much we enjoyed the wholesome show in which Howard started out playing teen Richie Cunningham and introduced the world to his friends and family.

“Happy Days” ran over the course of 11 seasons from 1974 to 1984, and won one Primetime Emmy for film editing in 1978.

Howard and Winkler onstage.

The show enjoyed several other Emmy nominations, including three for Henry Winkler for playing Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzarelli.

“Happy Days” firmly put Winkler on the showbiz map, as it did Howard. The Oscar-winning director got his start playing Richie Cunningham on the series. “Happy Days” also led to popular spinoff series including “Joanie Loves Chachi” (1982–83), “Laverne and Shirley” (1976–83), and “Mork and Mindy” (1978–82).

The show also helped make the phrase “jump the shark” a thing after Winkler’s character did just that as the series waned in popularity towards the end. The Fonz literally jumped a shark on the show.

Richard Gadd makes moving speech after win for outstanding writing for a limited series, anthology or movie

Richard Gadd accepts the award for outstanding writing for a limited series, anthology or movie.

Richard Gadd took home the Emmy award for outstanding writing for a limited series, anthology or movie.

Gadd marked the moment by making a heartfelt speech, reflecting on his personal experience to offer up inspiration for those going through a hard time.

A twisty and engrossing tale involving stalking, grooming, abuse and artistic license, “Baby Reindeer” was a sensation when it debuted and has since remained a focus of attention, with some of the real-life players behind it disputing the story’s veracity.

Lawsuit context: The series is actually the subject of a lawsuit. Netflix said in June that it would fight a multimillion-dollar claim for damages brought by a Scottish woman who alleges she was defamed by the hit show and its portrayal of a female stalker. 

Fiona Harvey is seeking a jury trial and damages totaling $170 million for “mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life and loss of business,” according to a complaint filed in the District Court for the Central District of California. The document alleges that the defendants and Gadd told the “biggest lie in television history” by claiming the story is true.

For his part, Gadd previously told UK newspaper The Guardian the story is “very emotionally true” but that he wanted the series to exist as a piece of art and protect the identities of those involved. His repeated requests, however, for viewers to cease trying to find out the real-life identities of the figures in his story went unheard.

In a statement to CNN, a spokesperson for Netflix said, “We intend to defend this matter vigorously and to stand by Richard Gadd’s right to tell his story.”

CNN’s Dan Heching and Hilary Whiteman contributed reporting.