Jasper Mercury
Jasper Mercury
min read · September 14, 2025 · Entertainment

Emmy Awards 2025: A Glittering Night of Fashion and Drama

Jenna Ortega, 22, Selena Gomez, 33, and Meghann Fahy, 35, led the best dressed stars at the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday

EMMY EXTRAVAGANZA: THE RED CARPET ROYALS TAKE CENTER STAGE

The 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards brought together Hollywood's A-listers for a night of glamour, drama, and suspense at the prestigious Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday. The who's who of the entertainment industry descended upon the red carpet, flashing their sparkling smiles, stunning gowns, and dashing suits.

The evening was filled with excitement as some of the biggest names in television vied for top honors in various categories. And the winners are...

Justine Lupe, 36, and Shanina Shaik, 34, and Meghann Fahy, 35, sizzled in revealing looks as they kicked off the red carpet at the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday

WHO WORE WHAT?

Jenna Ortega, 22, sizzled on the red carpet in a daring nearly-naked look that left little to the imagination. The multi-colored gems sparkled like diamonds as she flaunted her toned physique.

Selena Gomez, 33, turned heads with her stunning red gown, which perfectly complemented her dark hair pulled up in a chic updo.

Wednesday star Jenna flashed the flesh in a nearly naked look featuring multi-colored gems

Meghann Fahy, 35, commanded attention in a plunging black velvet gown that showcased her enviable figure. The sizzling front slit left little to the imagination, and we couldn't help but wonder if she was flashing a hint of skin on purpose!

Justine Lupe, 36, kicked off the red carpet with a revealing Carolina Herrera mirrored halterneck gown. Her statuesque frame turned heads as she went braless in the plunging look featuring silver disks throughout.

Shanina Shaik, 34, opted for a racy black gown with a thigh-high slit on the side. Her glamorous look was completed with pointed-toe black heels and a matching clutch. We couldn't help but notice how effortlessly chic she looked!

She showed off her toned midriff

Meanwhile, Jennifer Coolidge, 64, mesmerized in an off-the-shoulder black gown with matching gloves. The iconic actress proved age is just a number as she turned heads on the red carpet.

Walton Goggins, 53, and his stunning wife Nadia Conners made quite the power couple on the red carpet. He looked dashing in a white shirt left partly unbuttoned and a matching suit jacket, while Nadia stunned in a busty flowing white gown with a black belt.

Kathy Bates, 77, enchanted in a dark brown gown, and her silver tresses were swept up in a stylish updo. We couldn't help but wonder how she manages to stay so fabulous at such an advanced age!

Selena mesmerized in a glamorous red gown, with her dark hair pulled into a chic updo

THE NOMINEES AND WINNERS

The evening was filled with suspense as the nominees vied for top honors in various categories. And the winners are...

In the category of Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, The Penguin took home the top prize. Colin Farrell's outstanding performance earned him a nomination for Best Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

Justine sizzled in a revealing Carolina Herrera mirrored halterneck gown

Jean Smart will try to win another Emmy for her lead role as an aging comedian on Hacks. Will she take home the coveted award?

In the category of Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, Natasha Rothwell's scintillating performance earned her a nomination alongside Aimee Lou Wood, Carrie Coon, and Parker Posey.

The nominees for Best Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie included Colin Farrell, Stephen Graham, Jake Gyllenhaal, Brian Tyree Henry, and Cooper Koch. Who do you think took home the top prize?

The statuesque star turned heads as she went braless in the plunging look, which featured silver disks throughout

THE WILDEST MOMENTS

As always, the Emmy Awards are filled with drama, suspense, and juicy moments on the red carpet.

When asked about her daring look, Jenna Ortega quipped, "I wanted to make a statement, darling!"

She wore her blonde hair cascading down her shoulders and accessorized with silver jewelry

Selena Gomez laughed as she was questioned about her latest music venture. When will we see a new album from the superstar?

Meanwhile, Meghann Fahy seemed less than thrilled when asked about her sizzling red carpet look. We couldn't help but wonder if she was secretly annoyed with the constant attention.

In other news, Jennifer Coolidge shared some insightful words about aging and staying fabulous in Hollywood. "Age is just a number, darling! It's all about attitude and confidence."

Model Shanina also opted for a revealing black gown with a thigh-high slit on the side

THE TOP MOMENTS

As the evening came to a close, we couldn't help but highlight some of the top moments from the night.

Bryan Cranston took home the award for Best Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his scintillating performance on The Studio. When asked about his win, he quipped, "I'm just thrilled to be part of such an amazing show!"

The beauty put on a very leggy display

Merritt Wever won the award for Best Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her stunning performance on Severance.

And finally, The White Lotus took home four awards, including Outstanding Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. Mike White's outstanding direction earned him top honors in this category.

A FINAL NOTE

The runway sensation opted for delicate makeup

As the night came to a close, we couldn't help but reflect on the glamour and drama of the evening. The Emmy Awards are truly one of the most exciting events in Hollywood, filled with suspense, juicy moments, and unforgettable performances.

We hope you enjoyed our take on the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards. Stay tuned for more updates from the world of entertainment!

CREDITS

Jennifer Coolidge, 64, mesmerized in an off-the-shoulder black gown with matching gloves

  • The White Lotus: A Limited or Anthology Series (HBO)
  • Severance: Drama Series (Apple TV+)
  • The Studio: Comedy Series (ABC)
  • Hacks: Comedy Series (HBO)

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The White Lotus star wore her blonde tresses in an updo

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She wore delicate glam to highlight her naturally beautiful features

The White Lotus star Walton Goggins, 53, was joined by wife Nadia Conners on the red carpet

Nadia stunned in a busty flowing white gown with a black belt

The actor looked handsome as ever in a white shirt he left partly unbuttoned and a matching suit jacket. He completed the look with black pants

The loved-up pair enjoyed plenty of PDA on the red carpet

Walton shared a kiss with his wife as they took a break from posing for the cameras

Game of Thrones star Gwendoline Christie, 46, showed off her impeccable sense of style in a tailored white suit

Michelle Monaghan, Charlotte Le Bon, and Hannah Einbinder all opted for metallic gowns

Sarah Catherine Hook, 30, looked magnificent in a black dress with sequins tassels

Kathy Bates, 77, enchanted in a dark brown gown, and wore her silver tresses swept up in a stylish updo

Jason Segel, 45, was joined by fiancée Kayla Radomski

She wowed in a black dress, while he looked handsome in a burgundy suit

Ben Stiller was joined by wife Christine Taylor, with the couple matching in black looks

The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Phaedra Parks, 51, sizzled in a busty strapless glittering silver gown

Phaedra added height to her look with chunky gold heels

Brazilian fashion model and actress Caroline Ribeiro, 45, was effortlessly glamorous in a caped white gown

Heather McMahan wowed the crowd in a midnight blue gown

Chase Sui wore a fitted black gown and statement earrings

It featured a lace-up back

Haley Kalil wowed in a green gown

Kevin Frazier was joined by Nischelle Turner on the red carpet

Dancing with the Stars pro Derek Hough, 40, cut a handsome figure in a crisp navy suit

He wore his blonde hair slicked back

The dancer and choreographer had a blast on the red carpet

Jeff Hiller rocked a unique pink suit and white shoes

Charlie Brooker sported a dark suit and tie

The 77th Emmy Awards are honoring the best of television tonight, with the star-studded ceremony being held at the Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles

The show airs at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS and on Paramount+

Apple TV+'s hit series Severance leads the nominees this year with an impressive 27 nods, including for Best Drama Series and most of the drama acting categories

Grammy-nominated comedian Nate Bargatze is making his debut hosting the ceremony after becoming a stand-up star and a popular repeat guest on SNL in recent years; pictured in 2023 in Nashville, Tenn.

Apple's The Studio and HBO's The White Lotus season three (pictured) are both tied for 23 nominations, with the latter series scoring multiple supporting and guest actor nominations for its ensemble cast

Fans will be watching for any signs of tension between Walton Goggins (L) and Aimee Lou Wood (R) after they struck up controversy after Goggins unfollowed his on-screen love interest on Instagram despite offering surprisingly effusive praise for Wood just weeks beforehand

Seth Rogen, Catherine O'Hara, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui Wonders and Kathryn Hahn star in The Studio as Hollywood executives trying too revive a struggling studio, and the series features a bevy of A-list guest stars in cameo roles as themselves; Rebecca Hall is seen with Rogen on The Studio

Hacks star Jean Smart (L) is in the running for another Best Actress in a Comedy win, while Hannah Einbinder (R) is competing for her fourth Best Supporting Actress nomination after losing out each previous time; still from Hacks

This year marks the first Emmy nomination for Harrison Ford for his work in Apple TV+'s dramedy Shrinking

Disney+'s Star Wars prequel series Andor and HBO's previous Emmy winner Hacks both have 14 nominations; Diego Luna is pictured in Andor