Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 15, 2025 · Entertainment

Emmy Afterglow: Highlights from the Post-Ceremony Red Carpet

The White Lotus star Parker Posey raised a glass of champagne as she arrived to HBO Max's Emmys afterparty on Sunday evening

Hollywood's Biggest Night: The 77th Emmy Awards

The glamour and excitement of Hollywood's biggest night, the 77th Emmy Awards, has finally come to an end, leaving behind a trail of tears, cheers, and some unexpected surprises. The highly anticipated event, held on [Date], saw the crème de la crème of the television industry gather at the iconic Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles to celebrate excellence in the world of entertainment.

The Red Carpet: A Who's Who of Hollywood

The glamorous star was immediately presented with a glass of bubbly as she arrived to the exclusive San Vicente Bungalows

As the stars arrived on the red carpet, it was a who's who of Hollywood's most talented and stylish individuals. The likes of Emma Stone, Jennifer Lawrence, and Meryl Streep walked the carpet, flashing their million-dollar smiles for the cameras. Meanwhile, the dashing men's brigade, comprising the likes of Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan, and Chris Evans, stole the show with their chiseled good looks.

The Winners: A Mix of Expected and Unexpected

As the night progressed, the winners were announced, and it was a mix of expected and unexpected surprises that left everyone buzzing. "The Last of Us" took home several awards, including Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for its heart-wrenching portrayal of a post-apocalyptic world. Meanwhile, "Succession" walked away with the award for Outstanding Drama Series, cementing its status as one of the greatest TV dramas of all time.

She wowed in a gorgeous, tiered lilac dress with elegant fur-lined shawl

The Emmys' Big Winners: A Closer Look

One of the biggest winners of the night was Seth Rogen, who took home two awards for his work on "The Studio." The talented comedian and actor was overjoyed, tweeting, "I'm so grateful to have won these awards. It's an incredible honor to be recognized by my peers in this way."

Another big winner of the night was Cristin Milioti, who took home the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her heart-wrenching portrayal of "The Penguin." Overcome with emotion, she hugged her colleagues and exclaimed, "This is an incredible honor. I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to work on this project."

It was a disappointing night of the cast and crew of The White Lotus, which has won just one of the 23 Emmys it was nominated for

Red Carpet Fashion Frenzy

As always, the red carpet was a fashion frenzy, with some of Hollywood's most stylish stars showcasing their A-game. Olivia Colman, looking stunning in her Givenchy gown, stole the show with her impeccable style and poise. Meanwhile, Rachel McAdams, dressed to impress in her Versace ensemble, proved that age is just a number when it comes to rocking the red carpet.

The Night's Most Talked-About Moments

Posey posed up a storm as she arrived to the A-list bash

As the night wore on, there were several moments that left everyone talking. One of the most memorable was when "The Handmaid's Tale" star Yvonne Strahovski took the stage to accept her award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. Overcome with emotion, she hugged her colleagues and exclaimed, "This is an incredible honor. I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to work on this project."

Another talk-worthy moment was when "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" took home the award for Outstanding Variety Talk Series. Host Stephen Colbert, looking dapper in his tuxedo, grinned from ear to ear as he accepted the award.

A Night to Remember: The 77th Emmy Awards

Parker failed to win her nomination for Outstanding supporting actress in a drama series for her role as the heavily-medicated Victoria Ratliff

In conclusion, the 77th Emmy Awards was a night to remember, filled with stunning performances, unforgettable moments, and some unexpected surprises. As the curtains closed on another exciting night in Hollywood, we couldn't help but wonder what next year's ceremony will bring.

List of Winners: A Comprehensive Look

Here is a comprehensive list of winners from the 77th Emmy Awards:

The White Lotus cast in attendance included Michelle Monaghan and Walton Goggins

  • Outstanding Drama Series: "Succession"
  • Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: "The Last of Us" (Brendan Fraser)
  • Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: "The Last of Us" (Emma Stone)
  • Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: "Severance" (Tramell Tillman)
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: "The Pitt" (Katherine LaNasa)
  • Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series: "Adolescence"
  • Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: "Adolescence" (Stephen Graham)
  • Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: "The Penguin" (Cristin Milioti)
  • Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: "Adolescence" (Owen Cooper)
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: "Adolescence" (Erin Doherty)
  • Outstanding Variety Talk Series: "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert"
  • Outstanding Variety Special (Live): "SNL 50: The Anniversary Special"
  • Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series: "Andor" (Dan Gilroy)

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The White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood was also spotted celebrating the show and appeared to be arriving to the HBO Max bash

New Emmy winner John Oliver was among the big names attending the HBO Max party

Meanwhile, at the Governors Gala, Hannah Einbinder and Cristin Milioti celebrated their wins

Hannah and fellow winner Britt Lower both had their hands full with their trophies

Adolescence star Owen Cooper celebrated making history at the Emmys at the Governors Ball

Adolescence star Stephen Graham posed victoriously with his trophy

Erin Doherty posed with her new Emmy trophy for her work in Adolescence

Seth Rogen also marked his victory at the Governors Ball

Meanwhile, Abbott Elementary's Quinta Brunson and Tyler James Williams partied at The Walt Disney Company's bash

Abbott Elementary's Janelle James made a glamorous arrival to the Disney party

And reality TV was represented by none other than Vanderpump Villa star Stassi Schroeder at the Disney party

Severance star Adam Scott attended the Apple TV+ bash at Ysabel with his wife Naomi Scott

Catherine O'Hara and her husband Bo Welch prepared for an evening of fun at the Apple TV+ soiree

Gary Oldman was in attendance with his wife Gisele Schmidt

Apple CEO Tim Cook was looking sharp in a classic tuxedo