Mariska Hargitay to Host Emmys; First Woman to Emcee the Show In 15 Years
Mariska Hargitay makes Emmy history as first woman host in 15 years
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Mariska Hargitay, best known for her role in *Law & Order: SVU*, will host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in September 2026 on NBC. Outlets including *Variety*, *The New York Times*, and *USA Today* highlight the significance of Hargitay’s selection, framing it as a step toward gender parity in high-profile television hosting roles.
NBC’s announcement aligns with broader industry discussions about representation in entertainment awards. The Emmys ceremony will take place in September, with no additional details yet confirmed about the format or guest lineup.
Coverage does not yet specify whether this will be a one-time change or part of a broader pattern in Emmy hosting selections.
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Quick answers
Who is Mariska Hargitay?
An actress best known for her role as Detective Olivia Benson in *Law & Order: SVU*, which aired for 25 seasons.
When was the last time a woman hosted the Emmys?
According to *Variety*, the last woman to host the Primetime Emmy Awards was in 2001.
Will this change Emmy hosting policies?
Coverage does not yet specify whether NBC or the Emmy producers plan to make hosting gender parity a permanent feature.
Coverage (7)
- Mariska Hargitay to Host 2026 Emmy Awards The Hollywood Reporter · 5h ago
- ‘Law and Order’ Star Becomes First Woman to Host Emmys in 15 Years The Daily Beast · 5h ago
- 'Law & Order: SVU' star Mariska Hargitay to host 2026 Emmy Awards USA Today · 5h ago
- Mariska Hargitay To Host 2026 Emmy Awards On NBC Deadline · 5h ago
- Mariska Hargitay will host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in September on NBC AP News · 5h ago
- Mariska Hargitay to Host the Emmys The New York Times · 5h ago
- Mariska Hargitay to Host Emmys; First Woman to Emcee the Show In 15 Years Variety · 5h ago
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