Daytime Emmy Awards 2026 Nominations: Full List
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has announced the nominations for the 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards. 'The Young and the Restless' leads the field with 18 nominations, with the ceremony scheduled for October 30 in Hollywood.
Why it matters
This event serves as a major industry benchmark for daytime television, reflecting current trends and talent recognition in the soap opera and talk show sectors.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced the nominees for the 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, and The Young and the Restless leads the pack with 18 nominations, including Best Daytime Drama,
Following the long-running CBS soap is Beyond the Gates with 15 nominations, General Hospital with 13, and Days of our Lives with eight.
Among the nominees are The Kelly Clarkson Show , which scored 11 nominations, and Sherri , both of which ended their runs and are gathering final honors for their swan song season.
“We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS. “As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
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