Emmy Awards 2023: ‘Hacks’ Makes History, Mariska Hargitay Hosts

Mariska Hargitay hosts the 2023 Emmys as 'Hacks' makes history with a record-breaking win. Full coverage of top nominees and winners.

Editorial Desk

September 15, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — Mariska Hargitay took the stage as host for the 2023 Emmy Awards, bringing her signature energy to the night’s festivities.

HBO Max’s “The Pitt” led the nominations with 25 nods, while the network’s comedy “Hacks” made history by securing 24 nominations, setting a new standard for comedies. Early in the evening, Jean Smart won the award for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series, marking a milestone in her career.

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The list of nominees in key categories was revealed, with the winners highlighted in bold. The event also featured a call to action for viewers to download the CNN app via QR code.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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