Emmys: Outstanding Variety Series — The New Rules That Could Produce Four Winners and a Potential ‘SNL’ Snub
The Emmys have introduced new rules for the Outstanding Variety Series category, merging talk shows and scripted variety into one. This change aims to address the shrinking pool of eligible shows, but it has complicated the nomination process. As a result, multiple winners could emerge if they meet the required approval threshold from Emmy voters.
- ▪The Television Academy has merged talk series and scripted variety categories into a single Outstanding Variety Series category.
- ▪Nominees must achieve at least 90% approval from Emmy voters to win, allowing for multiple winners in the same year.
- ▪Newcomers like 'Royal Court' and 'Hot Ones' are competing alongside established late-night shows for nominations.
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Home TV Awards May 22, 2026 2:25pm PT Emmys: Outstanding Variety Series — The New Rules That Could Produce Four Winners and a Potential ‘SNL’ Snub By Clayton Davis CBS / NBC / ABC / YouTube Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday.
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