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Mariska Hargitay Shines as Emmy Host
15 Sep
Summary
- Mariska Hargitay hosted the 78th Emmy Awards with enthusiasm and efficiency.
- The ceremony featured a brisk pace, thanks in part to pre-assigned awards.
- "Widow's Bay" dominated, securing multiple acting wins for Matthew Rhys.
Mariska Hargitay successfully hosted the 78th Emmy Awards, steering the ceremony with enthusiasm and efficiency. Her approach contrasted sharply with previous years' less successful hosting choices, creating a celebratory tribute to television.
The broadcast featured a more manageable pace, partly due to several awards being moved to an earlier ceremony. This strategic decision contributed to a show that concluded a few minutes under its allotted time.
Standout moments included heartfelt tributes to industry icons like Dolly Parton, Catherine O'Hara, and Rob Reiner. The horror-comedy "Widow's Bay" emerged as a major winner, with Matthew Rhys earning a double acting award for his roles in "The Beast in Me" and the Apple TV breakout.
While some individual award decisions, like Sally Field's win, sparked debate, the overall production was deemed a solid and enjoyable event, showcasing Hargitay's readiness to step into a significant hosting role.
