2026 Daytime Emmy Awards: ‘General Hospital’ Wins Best Daytime Drama - The Hollywood Reporter
General Hospital won the top prize for best daytime drama at the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards. The ceremony also honored various actors and talk show hosts, including Tamara Tunie and Sherri Shepherd.
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The Daytime Emmys remain a significant cultural barometer for the television industry and the longevity of daytime soap operas.
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards were presented Friday night, with General Hospital taking home the top prize of best daytime drama.
The series, which went into Friday night’s show up for 13 awards, won three other awards and saw its Genie Francis receive the lifetime achievement award. Beyond the Gates also won four awards, with star Tamara Tunie winning best actress in a daytime drama series. Best actor in a daytime drama went to The Bold and the Beautiful ‘s Scott Clifton.
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