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In Pictures: Stars light up the red carpet at the 2026 Emmy Awards in Los Angeles
Hollywood’s biggest television stars brought glamour, bold fashion and plenty of star power to Los Angeles on Monday, September 14, as the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards got underway at the Peacock Theater.
Although traditionally known as the red carpet, this year’s arrivals area featured a peacock-blue carpet, part of NBC’s celebrations marking its 100th anniversary.
Among the most talked-about arrivals were Zendaya, Selena Gomez, Nicole Kidman, Mariska Hargitay, Florence Pugh, Riz Ahmed and Harrison Ford, with celebrities embracing everything from shimmering metallic gowns to classic tailoring.
ZENDAYA MAKES A STATEMENT
Zendaya was among the evening’s standout fashion moments, arriving in a crystal-embellished custom Prada gown. Her shimmering look immediately attracted attention as cameras followed the Emmy nominees along the carpet.
SELENA GOMEZ GOES FOR GOLD
Selena Gomez opted for a striking gold Louis Vuitton gown that echoed the colour of the Emmy statuette. The metallic design became one of the most memorable looks of the night.
A MIX OF COLOUR, GLAMOUR AND CLASSIC STYLE
The carpet also featured a wide range of colours and styles. Sarah Pidgeon appeared in Chanel, while Elle Fanning chose a pistachio-green Ralph Lauren gown. Rhea Seehorn stood out in red, while other stars embraced shades of pink, white, baby blue and metallic gold.
MARISKA HARGITAY MAKES IT A FAMILY AFFAIR
Host Mariska Hargitay made a memorable entrance in a red sequined gown and was joined on the carpet by her husband, Peter Hermann, and their three children. Hargitay and her daughter Amaya coordinated in matching red looks, creating one of the evening’s most photographed family appearances.
NICOLE KIDMAN AND MEGAN STALTER TURN HEADS
Nicole Kidman brought a glamorous touch to the carpet in a cream Chanel gown featuring floral detailing. Meanwhile, Megan Stalter delivered one of the most unconventional looks of the evening, covering herself in gold and styling the appearance to resemble the Emmy statuette.
HOLLYWOOD’S TELEVISION ELITE
The arrivals reflected the breadth of the television industry, with stars from major productions including The Pitt, Hacks, Widow’s Bay and Margo’s Got Money Troubles gathering for the ceremony.
Beyond the competition for television’s biggest honours, the red carpet once again provided a major fashion showcase, with celebrities using their appearances to combine traditional awards-season glamour with more adventurous personal styles.
The 78th Emmy Awards took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on September 14, 2026, with Mariska Hargitay serving as host.