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

Rita Ora's Red Carpet Shenanigans: Third Wheeling Taika Waititi at the Emmys!

Rita Ora cheekily found herself in the role of third wheel when she hit the Emmys red carpet with her husband Taika Waititi on Sunday night

Emmy Awards: The Night of Nights!

Last night was the most anticipated event in the entertainment industry - the 77th Emmy Awards, held at the stunning Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. And, honey, it did not disappoint!

Rita Ora and her husband Taika Waititi brought their A-game to the red carpet, but it was Taika's playful banter with Hollywood icon Cate Blanchett that stole the show. The 50-year-old New Zealand director clung to Cate as she struck a dramatic pose in her daring backless pantsuit. But, Rita wasn't having it! She mock-dragged him back towards her, and the resulting photos are everything and more.

The 34-year-old British pop star joined the filmmaker at TV's night of nights at the Peacock Theater - though it was Taika's playful banter with Hollywood icon Cate Blanchett that turned heads

But, let's get real for a second - Cate Blanchett is always a showstopper on the red carpet. Her velvet ensemble was an instant hit, revealing an open back that left everyone gagging. And, she paired it with timeless elegance, proving why she remains one of Hollywood's most daring fashion risk-takers.

Rita Ora brought her own brand of glamour to the event, dazzling in a plunging cream-and-white gown with a thigh-high split. Her radiant glow shimmered under the camera flashes, and her dewy skin added a high-shine finish to her ensemble. She completed the look with silver strappy heels and a chic fringe hairstyle that framed her face perfectly.

But, it wasn't all about fashion - the 77th Emmy Awards had its fair share of surprises. Cate Blanchett was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her incredible performance in the Apple TV+ miniseries Disclaimer. And, Taika's acclaimed U.S. comedy What We Do in the Shadows is also in the running, earning a nod for Outstanding Comedy Series.

The New Zealand director stretched out his arm to hold onto Cate as she struck a dramatic pose in her daring backless pantsuit

The big winner of the night was Noah Wyle, who took home the top honor of Best Actor in a Drama Series for his role in The Pitt. But, it wasn't just about the individual awards - several shows took home multiple nods, including Severance, which earned four awards in total.

And, in other news... RuPaul's Drag Race won big, taking home two awards for Outstanding Reality Competition Program and Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program (RuPaul Charles). And, Top Chef host Kristen Kish also took home an award for Structured Reality Program.

But, let's get to the juicy stuff. Who else was at the event? Well, the A-list crowd included Jenna Ortega, Jennifer Coolidge, Jason Bateman, Jude Law, Sydney Sweeney, and Sofía Vergara, among many others.

The trio's amusing antics ensured all eyes were on them, with their cheeky grins and infectious chemistry making for one of the night's most talked-about red carpet moments

And, who made headlines with their outfits? Well, there were several contenders for best dressed, but Cate Blanchett's velvet ensemble took the cake. But, it was also a close call between Rita Ora, who stunned in her cream-and-white gown, and Taika Waititi, who looked dashing in his all-white tuxedo.

So, what did we learn from this year's Emmy Awards? Well, for starters - Cate Blanchett is still the queen of Hollywood. And, Taika Waititi and Rita Ora are one of Tinseltown's most stylish couples.

But, let's get real for a second - it's not all about the glamour and glitz. The 77th Emmy Awards were also a celebration of outstanding talent in the entertainment industry. From the nominees to the winners, every single person on that stage was deserving of recognition.

Rita brought her fashion A-game to the exclusive event, dazzling in a plunging cream-and-white gown with a daring thigh-high split

So, what are you waiting for? Let's take a closer look at this year's winners and nominees.

The Big Winners

  • Best Drama Series: Andor
  • Best Limited or Anthology Series: Adolescence
  • Best Reality Competition Program: RuPaul’s Drag Race
  • Best Talk Series: The Daily Show
  • Best Comedy Series: The Studio

Cate radiated old-school Hollywood glamour in her velvet ensemble

Best Actress in a Drama Series: Britt Lower for Severance

Best Actor in a Drama Series: Noah Wyle for The Pitt

Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Katherine LaNasa for The Pitt

Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Tramell Tillman for Severance

And, the nominees are...

  • Best Limited or Anthology Series: Adolescence, Dying For Sex, Monsters: The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story
  • Best Reality Competition Program: The Amazing Race, RuPaul’s Drag Race, Survivor
  • Best Talk Series: The Daily Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!

And, the hosts are...

  • Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program: RuPaul Charles for RuPaul’s Drag Race
  • Host for a Game Show: Jimmy Kimmel for Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

But, that's not all - we've got more winners and nominees below.

Best Writing for a Drama Series: Dan Gilroy for Andor

Best Directing for a Drama Series: Adam Randall for Slow Horses

Best Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: Owen Cooper for Adolescence

Best Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: Erin Doherty for Adolescence

Best Talk Series: The Late Show With Stephen Colbert

And, the winners of the night are...

  • Outstanding Variety Special (Live): SNL 50: The Anniversary Special
  • Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded): Conan O’Brien Mark Twain Prize

And, that's a wrap! We hope you enjoyed our coverage of this year's Emmy Awards. Stay tuned for more updates on the entertainment industry!