Actress Mariska Hargitay, known for her work on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, will serve as the host for the 78th Emmy Awards ceremony. Hargitay is currently taking a hiatus from her television role to star in the Broadway production, Every Brilliant Thing. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on September 14th at the Peacock theater in Los Angeles.
In a statement regarding the hosting role, the acclaimed star expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, noting the significance of the event, particularly as it coincides with the 100th anniversary of NBC. “Bringing important stories to small screens has been the core of my career,” Hargitay stated. “It is a great honor for me to host the 78th Emmy Awards and this in the 100th anniversary year of my beloved NBC.
I celebrate this exceptional community of storytellers.”
She emphasized the collaborative nature of television production, acknowledging the contributions of all creative fields. Hargitay added that the process requires the combined efforts of various talents, including actors, directors, costume designers, and sound designers. She concluded by highlighting the shared experience of television, noting that regardless of the viewing platform or time, the medium has the unique ability to connect people through shared moments of laughter, emotion, and connection.
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