Los Angeles, California – The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) recently unveiled the first set of winners for this year’s Daytime Emmy Awards. Among the notable victors was 98-year-old actor Dick Van Dyke, who made history as the oldest recipient of a Daytime Emmy for his guest appearance in “Days of Our Lives.”
Van Dyke’s achievement was one of many highlights from the awards ceremony, with “General Hospital” dominating the night by securing four wins in categories such as best directing, writing, supporting performance, and drama series. Additionally, hosts Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner from “Entertainment Tonight” returned to emcee the event, with the show itself snatching two awards for best entertainment news series and best daytime personalities.
Other standout winners included Michelle Stafford for best lead performance in “The Young and the Restless” and Thorsten Kaye for best actor in “The Bold and the Beautiful.” Both shows tied for the most nominations at the ceremony, each receiving 12 nods.
The second part of the awards show, the Daytime Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmy Awards, is scheduled for Saturday, June 8, and will be livestreamed on The Emmys apps and at watch.TheEmmys.tv. It is expected to honor outstanding achievements across various categories including arts, popular culture, and shortform programs.
The Hollywood Reporter, a nominee at the upcoming ceremony, has received recognition for its contributions to arts and popular culture programming, particularly for shows like “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter” and “Hollywood Atelier: Rob Pickens.”
The full list of winners and nominees showcases the diversity and talent within the daytime television industry. From outstanding performances in daytime drama series to exceptional contributions in non-fiction programming, the Daytime Emmy Awards celebrate the best in television across various genres and formats.
The Daytime Emmy Awards remain a prestigious event that recognizes excellence in daytime television, honoring the hard work and dedication of individuals and shows that entertain and inspire audiences worldwide. As the television landscape continues to evolve, these awards serve as a testament to the enduring impact of daytime programming on viewers of all ages.