The 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, held on September 14, 2026, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, featured a red carpet event highlighting various celebrity fashion choices. Attendees included Selena Gomez, Noah Wyle, and Zendaya, among others, with many showcasing their "Monday best" for television's biggest night. The event also saw Mariska Hargitay serving as host.
Notable appearances included "The Pitt" co-creator and star Noah Wyle, who also received a nomination for Best Actor, and Shabana Azeez, also from "The Pitt," who was seen in a gold dress with a feather-like textured bodice. Katherine LaNasa, another star from "The Pitt," also walked the red carpet. Selena Gomez garnered attention for her choice to wear a dress that resembled a life-size Emmy Award.
Other celebrities making an entrance included Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell, both Emmy nominees, with Rhys nominated for "Widow's Bay" and Russell for "The Diplomat." Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs of "Hacks" were also present. Cailee Spaeny of "Beef" was noted for her little red dress, while Zendaya made an appearance, with some speculating about a potential historic pull from archives. Adam Brody wore a Prada suit and Omega watch.