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Mario Lopez to Host 52nd Daytime Emmys with Public Tickets Available

9/19/2025

Summary

Story summary

Mario Lopez will host the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on October 17, 2025, at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California.
The ceremony will stream live on watch.theemmys.tv and The Emmys® app, enhancing digital accessibility.
Access Hollywood will air five nights of segments leading up to the event to boost viewer engagement.
Public tickets will be available for the first time since 2018, starting at $75 through Ticketmaster.
NATAS president Adam Sharp commended Lopez for his energy and connection to daytime television.

History

Historical Context

The Daytime Emmy Awards, established in 1974, have evolved significantly, particularly with the 44th ceremony in 2017, which saw a 30% rise in online viewership. This shift towards digital accessibility continued with the 52nd ceremony, set for October 2025, reintroducing live streaming and public ticket sales, reflecting the industry's adaptation to engage wider audiences in an increasingly digital landscape.

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Story summary

Mario Lopez will host the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on October 17, 2025, at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California.
The ceremony will stream live on watch.theemmys.tv and The Emmys® app, enhancing digital accessibility.
Access Hollywood will air five nights of segments leading up to the event to boost viewer engagement.
Public tickets will be available for the first time since 2018, starting at $75 through Ticketmaster.
NATAS president Adam Sharp commended Lopez for his energy and connection to daytime television.

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