2026 Emmy Nominations: 'Widow's Bay' Surges, 'Stranger Things' and 'The Bear' Snubbed

The 2026 Emmy nominations were announced, revealing major surprises and snubs. Horror series 'Widow's Bay' earned 19 nominations despite a late April launch. 'Stranger Things' was shut out of major categories like Best Drama and acting, receiving only below-the-line nods. 'The Bear' saw most of its main cast ignored except Ayo Edebiri. Sydney Sweeney missed a nomination for 'Euphoria', while Zendaya and Colman Domingo were recognized. 'Dancing with the Stars' broke a 10-year streak by landing a Reality Competition slot over 'The Amazing Race'. 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' received nine nominations including Outstanding Drama Series but no acting nods. Selena Gomez was overlooked for acting on 'Only Murders in the Building' but nominated as executive producer. Taylor Sheridan's Paramount+ only got one nomination for 'Tulsa King'. 'Your Friends & Neighbors' landed a Best Drama Series nod with no other nominations. Ariana Madix was nominated for hosting 'Love Island'. 'Summer House' earned an Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program nod. Dropout, 'Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat', and Jamie Bell for 'Half Man' were notable omissions. The ceremony is set for September 14.