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2026 Emmy Nominations: The Biggest Snubs and Surprises That Have Fans Talking

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Chase Infiniti as Agnes in ‘The Testaments’ (2026). Courtesy of Disney

The nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are officially here, and as expected, they have already sparked plenty of debate. While several television favorites walked away with a huge number of nominations, a handful of surprising omissions have fans questioning the Television Academy’s choices.

From breakout newcomers to shocking snubs, here are the biggest talking points from this year’s Emmy nominations.

One of the morning’s biggest surprises was the dominance of The Pitt, which led all programs with 25 nominations. Hackscontinued its awards-season success with a record-setting 24 nominations for a comedy series, while Apple TV+’s Widow’s Bay emerged as another major contender with 19 nominations.

Several first-time nominees also stole the spotlight. Chase Infiniti earned a breakthrough nomination for The Testaments, while Meg Stalter received recognition for her work on Hacks. The return of Dancing With the Stars to the Outstanding Reality Competition Program category marked another unexpected moment, ending a ten-year absence from the category.

Of course, no Emmy nominations would be complete without a few head-scratching omissions.

Sydney Sweeney [credit: HBO]

Among the biggest snubs was Jeremy Allen White, who failed to receive a nomination for The Bear after winning in previous years. His co-star Ebon Moss-Bachrach was also left out, making the critically acclaimed comedy one of the morning’s biggest surprises.

Fans were equally surprised to see Sydney Sweeney miss out on a nomination for Euphoria. While the HBO drama still received recognition in several categories, many expected Sweeney to return to the ballot following another emotional performance as Cassie Howard.

Another notable omission came in the form of Jon Hamm, whose acclaimed performance in Your Friends & Neighborswas overlooked despite the series earning recognition elsewhere. Meanwhile, Netflix’s Stranger Things was largely shut out of the major races, disappointing many fans who expected the beloved series to receive a stronger farewell from Emmy voters.

Not every surprise involved a snub. Veteran actor Matthew Rhys enjoyed one of the biggest mornings of his career by earning two lead acting nominations in different categories, a rare accomplishment that quickly became one of the day’s most talked-about achievements.

The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards will air live on September 14 from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with Mariska Hargitay set to host the ceremony. Until then, fans will undoubtedly continue debating who deserved a nomination, who was unfairly left off the ballot, and which shows have the momentum to take home television’s biggest honors this fall.

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Ryan Coogler’s ‘The X-Files’ Reboot Officially Ordered to Series at Hulu

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The truth is officially heading back out there.

Hulu has given a full series order to Ryan Coogler’s upcoming reimagining of The X-Files, moving the project beyond its previously ordered pilot and officially bringing the iconic paranormal franchise back to television.

The new series will star Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel as two new FBI agents rather than new versions of Fox Mulder and Dana Scully.

According to the official logline, the series follows two highly decorated but very different FBI agents who form an unlikely bond after being assigned to a long shuttered division devoted to cases involving unexplained phenomena.

Coogler wrote, directed and executive produced the pilot and will remain an executive producer on the series. Jennifer Yale will serve as showrunner and executive producer, while original The X-Files creator Chris Carter is also returning as an executive producer.

Coogler has described himself as a longtime fan of the franchise and has said the goal is to honor what made the original series special while finding a new way into that world.

Danielle Deadwyler, Himesh Patel and Ryan Coogler MELISSA ALEXANDER; COURTESY OF SUBJECT; ARTURO HOLMES/GETTY IMAGES

The cast will also include Devery Jacobs, Lochlyn Munro, Tantoo Cardinal, Joel E. Montgrand and Sofia Grace Clifton, with Amy Madigan, Steve Buscemi and Ben Foster set to make guest appearances.

The original The X-Files debuted in 1993 and became one of television’s defining science fiction series, following FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully as they investigated paranormal cases, government conspiracies and unexplained events.

The series originally ran for nine seasons before returning for two revival seasons in 2016 and 2018.

Whether David Duchovny or Gillian Anderson will eventually appear in Coogler’s version has not been announced.

Hulu has also not revealed an episode count or premiere date for the new series.

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Breaking Bad Star RJ Mitte Dies at 34

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RJ Mitte, the actor best known for portraying Walter White Jr. on the acclaimed AMC series Breaking Bad, has died at the age of 34.

Mitte died Monday in Brownsville, Texas. His representatives confirmed his death in a statement, remembering him as an actor, philanthropist and passionate disability rights advocate. A cause of death has not been officially announced.

Mitte became widely known for his role as Walter White Jr., also known as Flynn, the son of Bryan Cranston’s Walter White on Breaking Bad. He appeared throughout all five seasons of the series from 2008 through 2013 and became an important part of one of television’s most celebrated ensembles.

Like his character, Mitte lived with cerebral palsy. He drew from his own experiences for the role and later became an outspoken advocate for greater representation and opportunities for people with disabilities in Hollywood.

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Outside of Breaking Bad, Mitte appeared in projects including Switched at Birth, The Guardians of Justice, The Oak Room and the 2021 film Triumph. His latest film, Talking to Strangers, premiered earlier this year, with Mitte attending a screening in Beverly Hills on September 30.

Mitte also worked extensively with organizations supporting people with disabilities, including United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s, and served as president of The Mitte Foundation.

His representatives described him as a powerful voice for inclusion whose influence reached well beyond his work on screen.

RJ Mitte was 34.

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Jeremy Allen White Says It Would Be an ‘Honor’ to Play Gene Wilder in Upcoming Biopic

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Jeremy Allen White is ready to step into the shoes of legendary actor Gene Wilder, he just needs someone to make the call.

The Bear star recently addressed the possibility of portraying Wilder in an upcoming biopic after fans pointed out the striking resemblance between the two actors.

During an appearance on TODAY, White was asked whether he would be interested in taking on the role.

“Absolutely, it would be my honour,”

White said.

White went on to reveal his longtime admiration for Wilder and some of his most iconic films.

“Young Frankenstein is one of my earliest film memories. Blazing Saddles, he’s a genius. It would be an honor. He was a genius. It would be an honor. Yeah, I love him. I’ve always loved him.”

Jeremy Allen White [Photo by Dan Doperalski]

White then made his interest particularly clear, adding: “I need the call.”

Despite his enthusiasm, White confirmed that he has not been cast in the project. When asked whether the role was already his, the actor quickly responded, “No! No, no, no,” before adding, “We’ll see, we’re manifesting it.”

A Gene Wilder biopic was announced earlier this year, with filmmaker Dito Montiel attached to direct. The project has the cooperation of Wilder’s estate, though casting has yet to be announced.

Wilder remains one of Hollywood’s most beloved comedic performers, starring in classics including Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Young Frankenstein, Blazing Saddles and The Producers. He died in 2016 at the age of 83 following complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

With White openly interested and fans already making comparisons between the two actors, the upcoming biopic may have just found its most obvious candidate, even if the phone hasn’t rung yet.

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