The 2026 Emmy Awards have brought together television’s biggest stars to celebrate the best shows and performances from the past year. One of the top comedic honors is Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. See who won the award at the 2026 Emmys below.
Find the full list of nominees for the 2026 Emmys here.
2026 Emmys Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Nominees
- Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams, Wonder Man (Disney+)
- Steve Carell as Greg Russo, Rooster (HBO)
- Matthew Rhys as Tom Loftis, Widow’s Bay (Apple TV)
- Jason Segel as Jimmy Laird, Shrinking (Apple TV)
- Martin Short as Oliver Putnam, Only Murders in the Building (Hulu)
2026 Emmys: Who won Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series?
Matthew Rhys won the 2026 Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for his portrayal of Tom Loftis in Apple TV’s Widow’s Bay.
How many Emmys has Matthew Rhys won?
This is Matthew Rhys’ second Primetime Emmy, the first being for his portrayal of Philip Jennings in the final season of The Americans, which earned him Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
