Lena Hall, Isa Briones, Tia Carrere | AP photos
Filipino American stars took the spotlight on one of television’s biggest stages at the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards, which honors the industry’s top programs and performances.
Among those who graced the ceremony was Fil-Am actress Isa Briones, whose acclaimed medical drama, “The Pitt,” successfully defended its title as Outstanding Drama Series, marking the show’s second consecutive victory in the category.
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Briones portrays Dr. Trinity Santos in the HBO medical series, which has also been recognized by Filipino viewers for incorporating Tagalog and local dialogue through several Filipino characters.
Alongside Briones are actresses Amielynn Abellera, who plays nurse Perlah Alawi, and Kristin Villanueva, who portrays nurse Princess Dela Cruz.
Veteran actress Tia Carrere was also among the Filipino talents spotted at the prestigious event.
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Also attending the event was Lena Hall, known for her work in the Apple TV+ series, “Your Friends & Neighbors.”
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While “The Pitt” continued its dominance in the drama category, another series emerged as the night’s biggest winner.
Apple TV+’s comedy-horror hit, “Widow’s Bay,” made Emmy history after collecting 14 awards, establishing a new record for the most Emmy wins by a comedy series in a single year. The achievement surpassed the previous mark set just a year ago by Seth Rogen’s Hollywood satire “The Studio,” which was also produced by Apple.
Several cast members of “Widow’s Bay” were recognized with acting honors, including Rhys, Kate O’Flynn and Stephen Root.
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