The 2025 Emmys broke their reputation for predictability with a night full of upsets and record-setters. Apple TV+’s Severance, the most-nominated series, watched as HBO’s gritty newcomer The Pitt claimed the top drama prize, edging out heavy favorites.
Big Moments on Stage
Disney+’s Andor won best writing in a drama series, while Slow Horses scored a surprise directing victory. Severance still celebrated acting triumphs: Britt Lower won best actress in a drama and Tramell Tillman became the first Black man to win supporting actor in that category. Comedy also delivered shocks when Jeff Hiller of the quietly canceled Somebody Somewhere bested high-profile competitors for supporting actor.
Limited Series Sweep
HBO’s Adolescence emerged as the night’s powerhouse, taking six Emmys, including limited series and a historic win for Owen Cooper, now the youngest male actor ever to earn an Emmy. The Studio wasn’t far behind, with Seth Rogen personally collecting four trophies for his comedic tour de force.
A Farewell Ovation
The evening’s most emotional applause went to Stephen Colbert, whose Late Show captured best talk series months after its cancellation, reminding the crowd why it remained a cultural staple.
2025 Emmy Award Winners
Outstanding Drama Series: The Pitt
Lead Actor, Drama: Noah Wyle, The Pitt
Lead Actress, Drama: Britt Lower, Severance
Supporting Actor, Drama: Tramell Tillman, Severance
Supporting Actress, Drama: Katherine LaNasa, The Pitt
Writing, Drama: Andor
Directing, Drama: Slow Horses
Outstanding Comedy Series: The Studio
Lead Actor, Comedy: Seth Rogen, The Studio
Lead Actress, Comedy: Jean Smart, Hacks
Supporting Actor, Comedy: Jeff Hiller, Somebody Somewhere
Supporting Actress, Comedy: Hannah Einbinder, Hacks
Writing, Comedy: The Studio
Directing, Comedy: The Studio
Outstanding Limited Series: Adolescence
Lead Actor, Limited: Stephen Graham, Adolescence
Lead Actress, Limited: Cristin Milioti, The Penguin
Supporting Actor, Limited: Owen Cooper, Adolescence
Supporting Actress, Limited: Erin Doherty, Adolescence
Writing, Limited: Adolescence
Directing, Limited: Adolescence
Outstanding Talk Series: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Outstanding Scripted Variety Series: Last Week Tonight With John Oliver
Outstanding Variety Special (Live): SNL50: The Anniversary Special
Outstanding Reality Competition Program: The Traitors
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