Jean Smart Makes History at Emmys; O'Flynn and Rhys Also Take Home Awards

The 78th Emmy Awards saw Jean Smart achieve a historic milestone, securing her fifth consecutive win for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in "Hacks." This victory makes her the first female performer to win an Emmy for every season of a show, tying the all-time record for a female performer.

Other notable wins included Kate O'Flynn, who earned her first Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for "Widow's Bay," dedicating her award to "all the Patricia's out there." Matthew Rhys also received an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series for his work on "The Beast in Me" Season 2. The ceremony, hosted by Mariska Hargitay, featured a lively opening monologue and celebrated achievements across the television landscape.