2026 Emmy Nominations Highlight Chicago’s ‘The Bear’ and ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’

The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced the 2026 Emmy nominations. Among the most talked‑about contenders are two Chicago‑linked series: FX’s “The Bear,” now in its fourth season, which remains a strong favorite in drama categories, and Ryan Murphy’s limited series “Monster: The Ed Gein Story,” a Midwest‑themed wild‑card that could earn acting nods for Charlie Hunnam and Laurie Metcalf.

The nominations also recognize a broad range of television and theater talent. The 78th Tony Awards ceremony received four Emmy nods, including Outstanding Variety Special (Live). “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” secured six nominations across multiple technical and performance categories. Numerous Broadway alumni, such as Laurie Metcalf, Ayo Edebiri, and Jean Smart, were also listed among the nominees for both drama and comedy series, reflecting the crossover between stage and screen this awards season.