Seth Rogen Triumphs at 2025 Emmys; ‘The Studio’ Dominates Comedy Categories

The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, held on September 14, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, celebrated excellence in television. Seth Rogen clinched his first Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in The Studio. The series itself made history by securing 13 awards, the most ever for a comedy series in a single season, surpassing the previous record of 11 held by The Bear.

Record-Breaking Night for ‘The Studio’:
The Studio, a satirical look at Hollywood’s inner workings, emerged as the night’s biggest winner. In addition to Rogen’s acting award, the series garnered accolades for Outstanding Comedy Series, Writing, and Directing. Co-creators Rogen and Evan Goldberg were lauded for their sharp commentary on the entertainment industry.

Notable Acting Wins:
In drama categories, Noah Wyle received the award for Outstanding Lead Actor for his portrayal in The Pitt. Britt Lower won Outstanding Lead Actress for her role in Severance, while Tramell Tillman and Katherine LaNasa took home Outstanding Supporting Actor and Actress awards, respectively, for their performances in Severance and The Pitt.

Limited Series Highlights:
Adolescence led the limited series category with six awards, including Outstanding Limited Series. Stephen Graham and 15-year-old Owen Cooper won Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor, respectively, with Cooper making history as the youngest actor to win an Emmy in that category.

Other Major Awards:
The Penguin earned Cristin Milioti the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series. In the variety categories, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver won Best Scripted Variety Series and Writing, while The Traitors was honored as Best Reality Competition.

Conclusion:
The 2025 Emmy Awards highlighted the diverse talent and storytelling prowess in television. With The Studio leading the charge in comedy and Adolescence making its mark in limited series, the night underscored the evolving landscape of television, where both established and new voices are shaping the medium’s future.