Noah Wyle wins first Emmy for lead actor at 2025 awards
- Noah Wyle won his first Emmy for lead actor in a drama series during the 2025 Emmy Awards.
- Seth Rogen and Jean Smart were recognized with multiple awards for their performances.
- The 2025 Emmys celebrated diverse talent and highlighted both new and established actors across various categories.
On September 14, 2025, the Emmy Awards took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, showcasing numerous winners in various categories across the television industry. Among the night's highlights, Noah Wyle achieved his first Emmy win for lead actor in a drama series for his role in 'The Pitt,' a show that focuses on the challenges healthcare workers face. Wyle expressed gratitude towards health care workers in his acceptance speech, underlining the significance of their contributions during challenging times. He was previously nominated five times for supporting roles but this marked a new milestone for his career. In addition, Seth Rogen and Jean Smart received the first two awards of the night, with Rogen winning for Best Actor and Best Directing in a Comedy for 'The Studio,' while Smart claimed her seventh Emmy as Best Actress in a Comedy for 'Hacks.' Co-star Hannah Einbinder also celebrated her first Emmy win in the Best Supporting Actress category in Comedy. This edition of the Emmys was hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze and broadcast live on CBS, with a range of presenters from various fields contributing to the night's glamour. The event recognized outstanding achievements in television, with 'Severance' and 'The Penguin' leading in nominations at 27 and 24, respectively. Severance's cast members, Tramell Tillman and Britt Lower, also garnered awards for Best Supporting Actor and Actress in a Drama. Meanwhile, Katherine LaNasa won Best Actress in a Drama for 'The Pitt' and Jeff Hiller took home the award for Best Supporting Actor in 'Somebody Somewhere.' These multiple wins highlight a trend towards recognizing both seasoned actors and emerging talents in diverse roles across genres. Furthermore, the Netflix drama 'Adolescence' received significant accolades at the ceremony, including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series and notable acting wins. Stephen Graham, Owen Cooper, and Erin Doherty, the stars of the series, collectively contributed to its success, with Cooper making history as the youngest actor to win an Emmy for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series. Their collective achievements reflect a growing recognition of younger talent in the television landscape. Overall, the 2025 Emmys celebrated excellence and diversity in television, honoring not only established names but also new voices that are shaping the future of entertainment.