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Emmy Nominations Set July 8, “The Pitt” Leads Drama Race

7/7/2026

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The United States will announce the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards nominations on Wednesday, July 8 at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. PT.
The Pitt leads the race for Outstanding Drama Series while newcomer Pluribus and The Diplomat also contend.
HBO could break the record by securing five nominees in a single category.
Beef Season 2 may sweep the limited series categories with multiple likely nominees including Cailee Spaeny and Lee Sung Jin.

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The United States will announce the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards nominations on Wednesday, July 8 at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. PT.
The Pitt leads the race for Outstanding Drama Series while newcomer Pluribus and The Diplomat also contend.
HBO could break the record by securing five nominees in a single category.
Beef Season 2 may sweep the limited series categories with multiple likely nominees including Cailee Spaeny and Lee Sung Jin.