Emmys 2025 Preview: Find Out Who’s Leading the Pack So Far
Yep – another of television’s most important nights is almost upon us. That’s right, the Emmys 2025 are now gearing up, and it looks like we’re likely in for a wild ride. So, grab your popcorn or favorite snack, settle into your usual “couch dent,” and let’s break down all you need to know about the upcoming 77th Emmy Awards. From the surprising new host to the shows that are scoring nominations, we’ve got the full scoop.
Who is Hosting the Emmys 2025?
CBS decided to shake things up this year by handing the hosting reins to comedian Nate Bargatze. If you’re not familiar with his work, you’ve probably been living under a big ole rock, but he’s the guy who’s been killing it with his stand-up specials and a couple of hilarious hosting gigs on Saturday Night Live. Bargatze’s brand of clean, relatable humor is a bit of a curveball for an awards show that can often feel stuffy and self-important.
Honestly, it’s a brilliant move. Instead of the usual cringe-worthy political jokes or tired industry digs, we might actually get a host who makes the whole family laugh without anyone feeling awkward. Bargatze himself seems pretty stoked, calling it a “huge honor.” After his successful Christmas special with CBS, it’s clear the network trusts him to deliver. Let’s just hope the teleprompter doesn’t throw him any curveballs he can’t riff his way out of.
Mark Your Calendars: When and Where to Watch
Get ready to cancel alllll your plans for Sunday, September 14. The 77th Emmy Awards will air live on CBS, kicking it off at 8 p.m. ET. For all you cord-cutters out there, don’t sweat it—the show will also be streaming live on Paramount+. The whole glitzy and exciting affair will be broadcast from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, so you can expect plenty of red-carpet chaos and awkward celebrity run-ins. (The slaps are reserved for the Oscars.)
The Nominations Are In, and It’s a Bloodbath (Just Kidding)
The nominations for the Emmys 2025 were unveiled on July 15, and boy, did they deliver some surprises. Leading the charge is Apple TV+’s mind-bending thriller Severance, which snagged a whopping 27 nominations for its second season. It seems like everyone in the Television Academy is just as obsessed with Lumon Industries as the rest of us.
But it’s not a one-show race. Newcomers like HBO Max’s medical drama The Pitt and Netflix’s gritty Adolescence are also in the mix, proving that fresh blood can still make a splash.
And let’s not forget the returning champs like The Bear, Hacks, and The White Lotus, all poised to add more shiny trophies to their already crowded shelves. It’s a stacked lineup, and predicting the Emmys 2025 winners feels like a fool’s errand at this point. Prepare for some major upsets and maybe a few rage-tweets when your favorite show gets snubbed.
A Special Honor for a Hollywood Power Couple
In a move that’s making everyone feel warm and fuzzy, Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen will be jointly honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award. It’s the first time a duo has received the award, and honestly, it’s about time. These two have been using their fame for good for many decades, championing everything from environmental causes to humanitarian aid.
That’s a Wrap!
The Emmys 2025 is going to be a must-watch event. With a new host, tough competition, and some truly heartwarming moments on the horizon, it’s bound to be a night of entertainment. Get ready for the triumphs, the tears, (and the inevitable memes that will soon after hit the internet). It’s definitely going to be a good one.
