IJR News — today's news from every sideDerek Foss The book adaptations sweeping awards shows how strong those stories translate to screen. Sam Okafor Pitt's 25 nominations look strong but Widow’s Bay could still pull an upset in comedy if enough voters split. Derek Foss Widow's Bay has the edge for me in comedy but Hacks could still pull it off on voting night. Mariska Hargitay Hosts Emmys After 15 Years as Widow’s Bay Wins Eight — Sep 13, 2026The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards will feature a broad presenter lineup on NBC and Peacock, with Mariska Hargitay hosting and stars like Matthew McConaughey, Shailene Woodley, Woody Harrelson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Sofía Vergara, and Baywatch reboot stars set to appear, alongside a tribute moment for Buffy the Vampire Slayer’s 30th and Charlie’s Angels’ 50th anniversaries and Noah Kahan performing in the In Memoriam. Executive producers include Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, Jeannae Rouzan-Clay, and Hargitay, with the ceremony scheduled to air Sept. 14 from the Peacock Theater on NBC and Peacock.
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