The highly anticipated 2025 Daytime Emmy Awards are showcasing an exciting lineup of nominees, featuring renowned personalities such as Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, Drew Barrymore, and the dynamic husband-and-wife duo of Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos. These talented individuals are competing for prestigious awards in two major categories: Outstanding Daytime Talk Series and Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host. Their contributions to daytime television have captivated audiences, making this year’s competition particularly fierce and engaging.
The distinction between the nominees in these two categories lies in the inclusion of The View as the fifth contender for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series. Meanwhile, the talented duo of Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb earned their place in the nominations for Outstanding Talk Series Host for their impactful work on TODAY With Hoda and Jenna. This highlights the diversity of talent and programming that daytime television offers, appealing to a broad audience and keeping the competition lively.
Selena Gomez has made a mark in the culinary world with her Food Network series Selena + Restaurant, which has received a nomination for Outstanding Culinary Instructional Series. However, it’s noteworthy that Gomez did not receive a nomination for Outstanding Culinary Host. This highlights the challenges and competitive nature of the culinary television landscape, showcasing how even established stars face hurdles in specific award categories.
Three leading entertainment media brands, namely Billboard, Variety, and The Hollywood Reporter, have also been recognized among the nominees. Notably, Variety Studio: Actors on Actors and Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter have both garnered nominations for Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program. Additionally, Billboard Presents, a series of captivating video profiles featured on Billboard.com, has been nominated for Outstanding Short Form Program, emphasizing the impact of music and culture in daytime programming.
Prominent entertainment news programs such as Entertainment Tonight and Access Hollywood are in the running for Outstanding Entertainment News Series, while their charismatic hosts compete for the title of Outstanding Daytime Personality – Daily. Other contenders in the Outstanding Entertainment News Series category include E! News and Extra. For the Outstanding Daytime Personality – Daily category, nominees also include talent from Divorce Court and Judy Justice, showcasing a diverse array of personalities within the daytime television spectrum.
A poignant tribute to a television icon, Bob Newhart: A Legacy of Laughter, will be contending for Outstanding Daytime Special. This special presentation pays homage to Bob Newhart, who was not only a television legend but also a pioneer in the comedy world with his acclaimed comedy albums. His remarkable achievements include topping the Billboard 200 chart and winning three Grammy Awards, solidifying his status as a beloved figure in entertainment history.
On Thursday, July 10, the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences officially announced the nominees for the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards across 42 categories. This announcement marks a significant moment in recognizing excellence in daytime television, as it encompasses the contributions of various talented individuals and teams who consistently deliver quality programming to audiences.
Adam Sharp, the President and CEO of NATAS, expressed excitement in a statement regarding the nominees, stating, “We’re thrilled to acknowledge the remarkable individuals and teams who contribute to the greatness of daytime television each year, and often every day.” He emphasized the continuous evolution of the daytime landscape and the introduction of new categories that celebrate innovative and boundary-pushing work within the industry.
Since its inception in 1974, the Daytime Emmy Awards have celebrated outstanding achievements in television programming and crafts. The current year introduces several new categories, including Outstanding Culinary Cultural Series, Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series, and Outstanding Regional Content in a Daytime Genre. These additions reflect the evolving nature of daytime television and its ability to adapt to contemporary cultural trends.
The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on Friday, October 17, in Pasadena, California. This prestigious event will be produced by NATAS, with leading figures Adam Sharp and Lisa Armstrong serving as executive producers, along with Rachel Schwartz, who will oversee the Daytime Emmy Awards. The ceremony promises to be a memorable celebration of excellence in daytime entertainment.
Below is a comprehensive list of nominees in categories that are particularly significant to the music industry.
Nominees for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series: Recognizing Excellence in Daytime Television
The Drew Barrymore Show, CBS Media Ventures
The Jennifer Hudson Show, Warner Brothers Television Distribution [JHUD Productions | Warner Bros. Unscripted Television | Telepictures]
The Kelly Clarkson Show, NBCUniversal Syndication Studios
Live With Kelly and Mark, Disney Entertainment Distribution
The View, ABC
Nominees for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host: Celebrating the Faces of Daytime Television
Drew Barrymore, The Drew Barrymore Show, CBS Media Ventures
Jenna Bush Hager, Hoda Kotb, TODAY With Hoda and Jenna, NBC
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show, NBCUniversal Syndication Studios
Mark Consuelos, Kelly Ripa, Live With Kelly and Mark, Disney Entertainment Distribution
Jennifer Hudson, The Jennifer Hudson Show, Warner Brothers Television Distribution
Nominees for Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program: Honoring Creative Contributions to Entertainment
Black Barbie, Netflix [shondalandmedia]
Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame, PBS [Bright Blue Media Group]
Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter, IFC [The Hollywood Reporter]
The Swift Effect, Peacock
Variety Studio: Actors on Actors, PBS
Nominees for Outstanding Short Form Program: Showcasing Innovative Content
Ballin’ Out, Outsports
Billboard Presents, Billboard.com
Catalyst, LinkedIn News
Eat This With Yara, The Chef Preserving Gaza’s Cuisine Amid a Genocide, AJ+
Live Like a Champion, Healthline [Lucky Tiger Productions]
Nominees for Outstanding Music Direction and Composition: Celebrating Musical Achievements
Mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors, Netflix
National Parks: USA, National Geographic [Stronghold Studios, LLC]
The Secret Lives of Animals, Apple TV+
Secret Lives of Orangutans, Netflix [Silverback Films]
Secrets of the Neanderthals, Netflix [BBC Studios]
Nominees for Outstanding Entertainment News Series: Highlighting Industry Insights
Access Hollywood, NBCUniversal Syndication Studios
E! News, E! Entertainment
Entertainment Tonight, CBS Media Ventures
Extra, Warner Brothers Television Distribution [Warner Bros. Unscripted Television | Telepictures]
Nominees for Outstanding Daytime Personality – Daily: Celebrating Everyday Stars
Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo, Kevin Frazier, Rachel Smith & Nischelle Turner, Entertainment Tonight, CBS Media Ventures
Scott Evans, Zuri Hall, Kit Hoover & Mario Lopez, Access Hollywood, NBCUniversal Syndication Studios
Star Jones, Corey Jovan, Divorce Court, FOX
Whitney Kumar, Kevin Rasco, Sarah Rose & Judge Judy Sheindlin, Judy Justice, Amazon Prime Video [Amazon MGM Studios | Sox Entertainment]
Nominees for Outstanding Daytime Special: Celebrating Unique Television Events
Bob Newhart: A Legacy of Laughter, An Entertainment Tonight Special CBS
Dinner Party Diaries with José Andrés, Amazon Prime Video [Film 45 | Amazon MGM Studios | José Andrés Media]
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade, ABC [Film 45 | EverWonder Studio | Yellow Shoes Studio]
98th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, NBC [Silent House Productions]
Shelter Me: The Cancer Pioneers, PBS [Steven Latham Productions]
Nominees for Outstanding Daytime Personality – Non-Daily: Recognizing Unique Voices
Sir David Attenborough, Secret Lives of Orangutans, Netflix [Silverback Films]
Brad Bestelink, Living With Leopards, Netflix [Wild Space | Natural History Film Unit Botswana | Freeborne Media | Netflix]
Andi Sweeney Blanco, Courtney Dober, Rob North & Kirin Stone, The Fixers, BYUtv
Anthony Mackie, Shark Beach with Anthony Mackie: Gulf Coast, National Geographic [Nutopia]
Martha Stewart, Martha Gardens, Roku [Marquee Brands]
Nominees for Outstanding Culinary Instructional Series: Celebrating Culinary Arts
Be My Guest With Ina Garten, Food Network [Pacific Productions]
Delicious Miss Brown, Food Network [FRANK.]
Emeril Cooks, Roku [Marquee Brands]
Lidia’s Kitchen, PBS [Tavola Productions]
Selena + Restaurant, Food Network [July Moon Productions | Sony Pictures Television’s The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC)]
Nominees for Outstanding Culinary Cultural Series: Highlighting Global Flavors
BBQ High, Magnolia Network [Hit + Run]
Chasing Flavor With Carla Hall, HBO | Max [Max | Fremantle’s Original Productions]
Ingrediente: Mexico, Amazon Prime Video
TrueSouth, ESPN | ABC | SEC Network [Bluefoot Entertainment]
Nominees for Outstanding Culinary Host: Celebrating Culinary Talent
Kardea Brown, Delicious Miss Brown, Food Network
Joanna Gaines, Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines, Magnolia Network [Blind Nil]
Ina Garten, Be My Guest With Ina Garten, Food Network
Emeril Lagasse, Emeril Cooks, Roku [Marquee Brands]
Michael Symon, Symon’s Dinners Cooking Out, Food Network
