‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ Leads The 2026 Daytime Emmys

The 53rd Daytime Emmy Awards delivered big wins Friday for three standout programs. The Kelly Clarkson Show led all series with five awards, including Outstanding Daytime Talk Series, despite the show’s recent cancellation. General Hospital claimed its sixth consecutive Outstanding Daytime Drama Series title, winning four total. CBS newcomer Beyond the Gates also earned four wins, including lead drama actress for Tamara Tunie, who called it “the best welcome back to daytime ever.” The Young and the Restless won three awards, with Roger Howarth making history for the longest gap between Daytime Emmy wins at 32 years. Star Jones finally claimed her first Emmy after 14 nominations. General Hospital legend Genie Francis received the Lifetime Achievement honor. CBS led all networks with eight wins.