The 2025 Emmy Awards: ‘The Studio,’ ‘Adolescence,’ and ‘The Pitt’ Triumph in a Night of Surprises & Standing Ovations
In a ceremony that celebrated both established stars and shocking newcomers, the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards handed out television’s highest honors Sunday night. “The Studio” emerged as the biggest winner of the night with 13 awards, the most of any television show in a single night.
The evening, hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, was full bof heartfelt moments, historic firsts, and a thunderous standing ovation for a late-night icon.
The Night’s Biggest Winners
“Adolescence” dominated the limited series categories, earning wins for its stars and creators. Stephen Graham won top acting honors, while Owen Cooper, at just 17 years old, became the youngest-ever male winner in an acting category for his supporting role. The show also swept the writing and directing awards for a limited series.
On the comedy side, Seth Rogen’s “The Studio” was a powerhouse, winning 13 awards including Outstanding Comedy Series. Rogen himself won for Lead Actor and shared wins for both writing and directing.
Perhaps the most significant upset came in the drama category, where “The Pitt,” won Outstanding Drama Series, beating out heavy favorites like “The Last of Us” and “The White Lotus.” Wyle also won Lead Actor in a Drama Series, and his co-star Katherine LaNasa provided another surprise by winning Supporting Actress.
“The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” also had a triumphant night, winning Best Talk Series just two months after CBS announced its cancellation. The win prompted an emotional standing ovation and chants of “Stephen! Stephen!” from the audience.
A Night of Historic Firsts and Surprises
The 2025 Emmys will be remembered for its landmark achievements:
Tramell Tillman became the first Black man to win Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his chilling performance in “Severance.”
Owen Cooper set a new record as the youngest male acting winner in Emmy history.
Memorable Highlights and Moments
The ceremony was packed with memorable segments beyond the awards themselves. The show featured a highly anticipated Law & Order cast reunion and a poignant In Memoriam segment introduced by Phylicia Rashad, who paid tribute to her Cosby Show son, the late Malcolm-Jamal Warner.
Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen were honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award for their philanthropic work. Furthermore, the night had a charitable impact, raising $350,000 for the Boys and Girls Club.
A Full List of Winners from the 2025 Emmy Awards:
Outstanding Drama Series: The Pitt
Outstanding Comedy Series: The Studio
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series: Adolescence
Outstanding Reality Competition Program: The Traitors
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
Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Noah Wyle, The Pitt
Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Britt Lower, Severance
Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Tramell Tillman, Severance
Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Katherine LaNasa, The Pitt
Lead Actor in a Comedy Series: Seth Rogen, The Studio
Lead Actress in a Comedy Series: Jean Smart, Hacks
Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series: Jeff Hiller, Somebody Somewhere
Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: Hannah Einbinder, Hacks
Lead Actor in a Limited Series/TV Movie: Stephen Graham, Adolescence
Lead Actress in a Limited Series/TV Movie: Cristin Milioti, The Penguin
Supporting Actor in a Limited Series/TV Movie: Owen Cooper, Adolescence
Supporting Actress in a Limited Series/TV Movie: Erin Doherty, Adolescence
Writing for a Drama Series: Dan Gilroy, Andor
Writing for a Comedy Series: Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, Frida Perez, The Studio
Writing for a Limited Series/TV Movie: Jack Thorne & Stephen Graham, Adolescence
Writing for a Variety Series: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Directing for a Drama Series: Adam Randall, Slow Horses
Directing for a Comedy Series: Seth Rogen, The Studio
Directing for a Limited Series/TV Movie: Philip Barantini, Adolescence
