The 2025 Emmy Awards officially the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards lit up Los Angeles with glamour, star power, and a few unexpected twists. Hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze, the ceremony celebrated television’s best performances, groundbreaking shows, and unforgettable storytelling.
What stood out most was how new series such as The Pitt and The Studio dominated the night, while fan favorites like Severance still carved out historic wins.
The Biggest Winners of the Night
Outstanding Drama Series: The Pitt (HBO Max)
HBO Max’s The Pitt shocked many by beating heavyweight contenders like Severance, The Last of Us, and The White Lotus. With gripping storylines and standout performances, it became the evening’s biggest drama success.
- Lead Actor, Drama: Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
- Supporting Actress, Drama: Katherine LaNasa (The Pitt)
- Guest Actor, Drama: Shawn Hatosy (The Pitt)
Outstanding Comedy Series: The Studio (Apple TV+)
Apple TV+’s The Studio swept comedy categories, cementing its place as a modern classic. Its mix of satire, heartfelt moments, and powerhouse performances gave it record-breaking wins.
- Lead Actor, Comedy: Seth Rogen (The Studio)
- Supporting Actor, Comedy: Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere)
- Supporting Actress, Comedy: Hannah Einbinder (Hacks)
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series: Adolescence
Adolescence captivated Emmy voters with its raw storytelling and brilliant cast. It not only won Best Limited Series but also swept the acting categories.
- Lead Actor, Limited Series: Stephen Graham (Adolescence)
- Lead Actress, Limited Series: Cristin Milioti (The Penguin)
- Supporting Actor, Limited Series: Owen Cooper (Adolescence)
- Supporting Actress, Limited Series: Erin Doherty (Adolescence)
History-Making Moments
- Tramell Tillman (Severance) became the first Black actor to win Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
- Owen Cooper broke records as the youngest Emmy winner in history at age 15.
- The Studio became the most-awarded comedy of the decade so far.
- Jean Smart continued her winning streak with another Emmy for Hacks.
Complete List of Key Emmy Awards 2025 Winners
- Drama Series: The Pitt (HBO Max)
- Comedy Series: The Studio (Apple TV+)
- Limited/Anthology Series: Adolescence
- Lead Actor, Drama: Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
- Lead Actress, Drama: Britt Lower (Severance)
- Supporting Actor, Drama: Tramell Tillman (Severance)
- Supporting Actress, Drama: Katherine LaNasa (The Pitt)
- Lead Actor, Comedy: Seth Rogen (The Studio)
- Lead Actress, Comedy: Jean Smart (Hacks)
- Supporting Actor, Comedy: Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere)
- Supporting Actress, Comedy: Hannah Einbinder (Hacks)
- Lead Actor, Limited Series: Stephen Graham (Adolescence)
- Lead Actress, Limited Series: Cristin Milioti (The Penguin)
- Supporting Actor, Limited Series: Owen Cooper (Adolescence)
- Supporting Actress, Limited Series: Erin Doherty (Adolescence)
- Talk Series: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
- Scripted Variety Series: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
- Animated Program: Arcane
- Reality Competition Program: The Traitors
- Variety Special (Live): SNL50: The Anniversary Special
- Variety Special (Pre-Recorded): Conan O’Brien: Mark Twain Prize
Creative Arts & Technical Achievements
Beyond the big categories, the Creative Arts Emmys honored behind-the-scenes excellence.
- Special Visual Effects: The Penguin – “Bliss”
- Writing for Comedy: The Studio – “The Promotion” (Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg & team)
- Outstanding Music Composition: Theodore Shapiro (Severance)
