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Emmy Nominations Reveal Surprises and Snubs

Updated 2026-07-08 16:40 UTC 2 sources Neutral

The 2026 Emmy nominations were revealed, with several surprises and notable snubs. 'Stranger Things' was shut out of major races, while 'Widow’s Bay' received 19 nods. Taylor Sheridan's work also missed out on nominations, but Riz Ahmed and YouTube’s ‘Subway Takes’ scored unexpected nods.

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Deadline

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2026-07-08 16:23 UTC

Variety

Emmy Snubs and Surprises: ‘Stranger Things’ Shut Out of Major Races, Sydney Sweeney Misses and ‘Widow’s Bay’ Shocks With 19 Nods

It’s the morning of the 2026 Emmy nominations, and there were plenty of surprises early on. From unscripted triumphs to hard-campaigning celebs that didn’t make the cut, it’s already a heated race well ahead of the Sept. 14 ceremony. Read below for some of the biggest snubs and sur

2026-07-08 16:24 UTC

Deadline

Emmys Snub Taylor Sheridan Shows, ‘Half Man,’ ‘Hot Ones’ In Nominations; Riz Ahmed & YouTube’s ‘Subway Takes’ Score Surprise TV Academy Nods

In a summer where the biggest show on the small screen right now is 22 men kicking around a polyurethane covered ball, the nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were unveiled this morning. We’ll know who wins the World Cup months before the victors at the Mariska Hargitay-hosted cerem

2026-07-08 16:27 UTC