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52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards Winners (Updating Live)
The 52nd annual Daytime Emmy Awards are taking place at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California today on Friday, October 17th. 41 categories are being presented awarded during the ceremony, which honors achievements in daytime dramas, talk shows, instructional programming, hosting, and culinary and legal/courtroom programs. Mario Lopez is the host.
The Daytime Emmy are streaming on National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences’ website at watch.theemmys.tv, and via The Emmys app which is available to download on iOS and Android mobile devices and on smart TVs via Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV and Roku.
The Young and the Restless leads all shows with 19 nominations. followed by General Hospital with 16, Days of Our Lives with 13, The Drew Barrymore Show with nine and The Kelly Clarkson Show with eight.
Michael Fairman TV is updating the winners live. Keep checking back for the winners in each category marked in BOLD
Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Sharon Case, The Young and the Restless
Eileen Davidson, The Young and the Restless
Melissa Claire Egan, The Young and the Restless
Nancy Lee Grahn, General Hospital
Michelle Stafford, The Young and the Restless
Laura Wright, General Hospital
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama
Peter Bergman, The Young and the Restless
Eric Martsolf, Days of Our Lives
Greg Rikaart, Days of Our Lives
Paul Telfer, Days of Our Lives
Dominic Zamprogna, General Hospital
Outstanding Supporting Performance in A Daytime Drama Series: Actress
Linsey Godfrey (Sarah Horton, Days of Our Lives)
Courtney Hope (Sally Spectra, Young and Restless)
Kate Mansi (Kristina Corinthos-Davis, General Hospital)
Emily O’Brien (Theresa Donovan, Days of Our Lives)
Susan Walters (Diane Jenkins Abbott, Young and Restless)
Outstanding Supporting Performance in A Daytime Drama Series: Actor
Tajh Bellow (TJ Ashford, General Hospital)
Blake Berris (Everett Lynch, Days of our Lives)
Michael Graziadei (Daniel Romalotti, Young and Restless)
Gregory Harrison (Gregory Chase, General Hospital)
Jonathan Jackson (Lucky Spencer, General Hospital)
Outstanding Guest Performance in A Daytime Drama Series
Linden Ashby (Cameron Kirsten, Young and Restless)
Clint Howard (Tom Starr, Bold and Beautiful)
Jacqueline Lopez (Blaze, General Hospital)
Alley Mills (Heather Webber, General Hospital)
Valarie Pettiford (Amy Lewis, Young and Restless)
Avery Kristen Pohl (Esme Prince, General Hospital)
Outstanding Writing For A Daytime Drama Series
Days of our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Casting in a Daytime Drama Series
Marnie Saitta, Days of our Lives
Outstanding Direction For A Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
Young and Restless
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series
The Drew Barrymore Show
The Jennifer Hudson Show
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Live With Kelly and Mark
The View.
So, what do you think about the winner’s thus far as the Daytime Emmys? Let us know via the comment section below!
Why is this not on regular tv? And why did it start at 7:00 p.m. EST?
No network chose buy the rights to air it. As for why it started at a particular time, I’ll just ask you what kind of question is that?
As for the Emmy show itself, the banter between the presenters is painful to watch and often seems like unnecessary filler.
The graphics and cutaways could use some refining – but it is just on the internet – so that is forgivable.
You mean the graphics, like spelling Jane Elliot’s name wrong? That was embarrassing.
Alley mills and especially Johnathan Jackson winning for gh is a joke it’s a disgrace to the great robin matson as bad as candy McClain winning for days playing Jennifer and gh gets best writing for giving Johnathan Jackson the worst return in recent memory The daytime Emmy’s are no longer broadcast because they have become a joke
2 things to remember:
1. Awards are given based on submissions not the whole year.
2. Punctuation exists.
Lol!
That was painful to watch. I guess the budget was tiny!
I was very happy that Nancy Lee Grahn won. It was very well earned. When she did the heartbreaking monologue yelling at god after Sam died, I figured she nailed down the Emmy that day, and sure enough. That was a master class performance. And the first win for GH in Lead Actress since Maura in 2015.
I’ll always be a big Jonathan Jackson fan, but his return was a dud, there’s no way to sugar coat it, and this was not his year to win. Sometimes I think the Emmy voters don’t even bother looking at the reels, and just vote for a familiar name. I feel Gregory Harrison should have won. I did like JJ’s speech where he shouted out Genie Francis and Tony Geary, never forgetting where he came from.
Didn’t think GH would win for the 5th year in a row, but we have no idea what any of the shows submitted to properly have an idea, since they no longer release that info. GH has its flaws, but I still think it’s the best show overall. Time to spread around the love, though.
The production of the show was not good, and it a slog to watch with the technical awards crammed in with the acting awards. I’m never gonna say those hard working people don’t deserve their recognition, but it was better when they had a separate show for technical awards. This did not need to be a show that was approaching 3 hours.
Well said. Agree with your take on Grahn, Jackson, and Harrison.
Alley Mills falls into that “familiar name” box as well.
Thought Bergman would take lead actor, but okay with Telfer.
Susan Walters was the best choice for Sup Actress since another Susan (Seaforth Hayes) was submitted in (and left out of) the wrong category.
Yamada was the only palatable choice in a category that needs refining. Vaganos should’ve been in the running there.
As Kathy Griffin said when she hosted years ago “this is the $hit Show” and now I think she was right!
To me GH winning in multiple categories is truly unbelievable!! Who are they paying to get recognized like this! GH is totally not good programming! The stories are repetitive, long overly dragged out!! Again unbelievable!!
The key to remember is that the awards are given based on submissions. So it doesn’t matter what 98% of the show was for the year. It’s based on the submissions. So a repetitive story that’s dragged out is irrelevant to the award. The key for ANY soap to win is to know what to submit. Clearly the people who make these decisions at GH know how to pick.
Y&R gets a total of one award, supporting actress. That’s it. That tells you all you need to know about Josh Griffith.
And it was given to one of the worst actresses on that show
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2026 Daytime Emmy Awards: ‘Extra’ Partners with NATAS for Pre-Ceremony Red Carpet Stream; Week of Segments Leading to Ceremony and Post-Coverage
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) announced on Thursday that the syndicated entertainment news series, Extra will be its partner for exclusive coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards being held on Friday, October 30 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
The 2026 Daytime Emmys as previously reported can be seen streamed via the The Emmys,YouTube channel, via watch.theemmys.tv, as well as on the official Emmys app, available for phones, tablets, and smart TVs.
Here’s a breakdown of the pre, during and post Daytime Emmys coverage via Extra below!
Beginning Monday, October 26, Extra will feature five nights of dedicated Daytime Emmys segments leading up to the ceremony, giving fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the award show.
In addition, Mona Kosar Abdi, Weekend Host & Senior Correspondent with Extra will host the pre-show red carpet stream on the @TheEmmys Youtube channel.
Extra host and Dancing with the Stars judge, Derek Hough will present during the ceremony, and correspondent Terri Seymour will also host coverage throughout the evening.
Extra’s weekend edition (A WEEK FOLLOWING the ceremony) will features notable red carpet moments, winner reactions, and exclusive footage from the night’s festivities.
The entertainment news program is also nominated for three Daytime Emmy Awards going into the ceremony.
So, what do you think of Extra’s scheduled upcoming coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards starting on Monday? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.
The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).
Photo: NATAS
In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year, A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.
The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”
Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.
So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.
Congratulations are in order for three-time Emmy winner, Tom Pelphrey (ex-GL and ATWT) and his fiancée Big Bang Theory star, Kaley Cuoco! The couple welcomed their second baby daughter together on October 12, and revealed they named the little bundle of joy, Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey.
Tom and Kaley shared the news via their Instagram accounts on Wednesday with some adorable baby pics. Cuoco captioned the photo“🎀Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey🎀. 💖10/12/26💖. There are no words to describe this feeling once again. What a blessing.
Cuoco added, “We are so grateful for the crazy wild up and down journey that brought us to our little Philo! Family officially complete 😭Time to bring Matilda’s baby home! 😂💕”
Photo: KCuoco IG
BABY MAKES FOUR
Next, Kaley shared her love for the father of her children, exclaiming, “Tom Pelphrey, life exploded the minute we met, and the gifts keep coming. I love you forever , girl daddy! 💘.”
Philomena now joins big sister, Matilda mwho was born in 2023, as part of the Pelphrey/Cuoco family! Tom and Kaley began dating in 2022 and became engaged in 2024.
Daytime fans first saw the talented actor on Guiding Light as Jonathan Randall, the son of Reva Shayne (Kim Zimmer). Tom won two Daytime Emmys for his memorable performances during his run from 2004-2009.
He later played Mick Dante on As the World Turns from 2009-2010, before heading to work in primetime and motion pictures. Last month, Pelphrey one the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in HBO’s Task.
TOM PELPHREY CELEBRATES EMMY WIN AND NEW DAUGHTER WITHIN A MONTH OF EACH OTHER
After winning his Emmy, the expectant dad told E! News, “We’re both so excited. Our daughter’s excited. We’ll see how it goes when it actually gets there.” Tom added, “The things that are new and the things that feel like not a big deal this time. But mom and baby are healthy, so God willing, that keeps up, and we’re thrilled,” added the actor.
Pelphrey took to his own Instagram and said on the birth of his second daughter, “Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey. Another miracle. Welcome to our family youngest queen! Kaley you showed up in every way as a partner and a mom even when you weren’t feeling your best- you’re a CHAMPION. The girls and I would be lost without you. Thank God for the gift of this family and these girls.”
Jumping in to the comment thread to congratulate Tom and Kaley were Beyond the Gates star Ashley Jones (Heather), Dave Annabelle, Martha Plimpton, Alyssa Milano and many more.
Share your congrats and well-wishes to Tom, Kaley, Matilda and their new addition to the family, little Philomena via the comment section below.
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