Taylor Swift skipped the Emmys
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The Emmy Awards are underway, with “The Pitt” and “Widow’s Bay” generating buzz for top prizes. The ceremony also honors anniversaries of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Charlie’s Angels.”
While Swift wasn’t at the live telecast at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, she did make a surprise cameo during a pre-taped segment that starred Hargitay as Olivia Benson and her other Law & Order: Special Victims Unit co-stars.
Taylor Swift appeared in a pre-taped sketch with Emmys 2026 host Mariska Hargitay, whose 'Law & Order'character inspired one of Swift's cat names.
Taylor Swift managed to dominate headlines on Monday night without ever setting foot inside the Emmy Awards ceremony. The global superstar surprised viewers with an unexpected appearance during the live telecast, popping up in a pre-recorded comedy sketch alongside Emmy host and longtime friend Mariska Hargitay.
Hargitay has known the pop star for over 10 years.
Mariska Hargitay got off to a strong start at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, delivering a bold opening monologue.