Experience the Glamour: TV's Biggest Night Unfolds Live!
A Proven Partnership: From Oscars Triumph to Emmys Grandeur
After a highly successful collaboration during the recent awards season, which included comprehensive Oscars red carpet coverage, the acclaimed 'Actors on Actors' series, and a unique town hall event featuring Timothée Chalamet, CNN and Variety are once again joining forces. This autumn, the two influential media entities will deliver unparalleled live pre-show coverage directly from the red carpet of the 78th Emmy Awards.
Meet the Hosts: Industry Veterans Leading the Coverage
The highly anticipated event, officially titled 'CNN & Variety Red Carpet Live: TV's Biggest Night,' will be skillfully co-hosted by CNN correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister and Variety's co-president and co-editor-in-chief, Ramin Setoodeh. Their combined expertise and deep understanding of the entertainment industry promise an engaging and insightful pre-show experience for audiences.
Accessing the Exclusive Red Carpet Experience
Viewers can tune into this special red carpet broadcast on Monday, September 14th, at 5 p.m. ET. The live stream will be available on CNN.com/watch and through the CNN application, accessible to all CNN streaming subscribers. This ensures broad accessibility for fans eager to catch all the pre-awards action.
Expert Commentary and Exclusive Insights
Elizabeth Wagmeister and Ramin Setoodeh, who previously co-hosted the Oscar pre-show in March, reunite to leverage their extensive knowledge and history as colleagues at Variety. Their dynamic partnership will provide real-time commentary, exclusive interviews, and highlight the most memorable moments from television's grandest celebration.
Expanding a Successful Entertainment Franchise
The 'CNN & Variety Red Carpet Live: TV's Biggest Night' special further strengthens a partnership that recently saw the latest season of the Daytime Emmy-nominated 'Actors on Actors' franchise achieve remarkable success. This season prominently featured talent recognized at this year's Emmy Awards, including host and nominee Mariska Hargitay, alongside nominees Jamie Lee Curtis, Colman Domingo, Sally Field, Claire Danes, Lisa Kudrow, Noah Wyle, Sarah Pidgeon, and Rhea Seehorn.
Record-Breaking Audiences and Subscriber Growth
The previous 'Actors on Actors' season garnered significant viewership for CNN and played a crucial role in driving new CNN All Access subscriptions. Its premiere in June marked a notable increase in audience engagement and subscriber acquisition, underscoring the appeal and influence of this collaborative content.
Pre-Emmy Interviews: A Glimpse into the Nominees' World
Complementing the red carpet event, Elizabeth Wagmeister's own CNN series, 'Coming Up,' features exclusive interviews with Emmy-nominated actors. These insightful discussions are currently available for streaming on CNN.com/watch and via the CNN app for CNN's streaming subscribers, offering a deeper look into the lives and careers of television's top talents.
Tune in for the Main Event: The 78th Emmy Awards
Following the red carpet festivities, the 78th Emmy Awards ceremony will broadcast live on Monday, September 14th, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET on NBC. Additionally, viewers can stream the entire awards show on Peacock, ensuring they don't miss a moment of television's most anticipated night.
