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The excitement surrounding the Daytime Emmy Awards nominees for 2025 has reached a peak as the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) unveiled this year’s nominations. The announcement highlights the talent and creativity present in daytime programming, with the awards ceremony scheduled for October 17, 2025, in Pasadena.
Top Categories and Nominees Revealed
This year’s nominations reflect a competitive landscape, particularly within the daytime dramas where only three series made the cut. The nominees for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series include:
- Days of Our Lives (Peacock)
- General Hospital (ABC)
- The Young and the Restless (CBS)
Previous year’s winner, General Hospital, returns to defend its title. NATAS noted a long-standing guideline where a category can only nominate entries up to a maximum of 50% of total submissions if fewer than ten entries are received, impacting the overall nominations this year.
Standout Talk Shows Among Nominees
Shifting focus to daytime talk shows, the nominees for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series feature some familiar faces from previous years, including:
- The Kelly Clarkson Show
- The Drew Barrymore Show
- The Jennifer Hudson Show
- Live with Kelly and Mark
- The View
With last year’s winner, The Kelly Clarkson Show, once again in the running, fans are eager to see how the competition unfolds.
New Categories Introduced and Key Changes
This year’s nominations also mark a significant change with the introduction of the Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series, replacing the previous category for Outstanding Younger Performer. NATAS aims to honor fresh talent in daytime storytelling while maintaining high standards in its awards processes.
The awards recognize accomplishments across a broad range of programs, with additional categories including:
- Outstanding Lifestyle Program
- Outstanding Culinary Instructional Series
- Outstanding Travel and Adventure Program
- Outstanding Instructional/How-To Program
These diverse categories reflect the evolving nature of daytime television content, catering to a wide audience from cooking enthusiasts to adventure seekers.
Notable Absences and Upcoming Announcements
Heads turned with the absence of CBS’s new soap opera, Beyond the Gates, which debuted in February. Due to the eligibility window for nominations spanning January 1 to December 31, 2024, the show will be eligible for consideration in the next award cycle. Moreover, the full nominees list is set to be further disclosed, giving enthusiasts more to discuss.
As anticipation builds for the Daytime Emmy Awards, fans can expect heated discussions around the nominees, predictions, and perhaps a few surprises leading up to the event.
FAQ
What date are the Daytime Emmy Awards taking place?
The Daytime Emmy Awards ceremony is scheduled for October 17, 2025, in Pasadena.
Which shows are nominated for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series?
The nominees are Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, and The Young and the Restless.
What changes were made to the award categories this year?
A new category for Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series has been introduced, alongside others being renamed or split into separate categories.
Who are the nominees for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series?
The nominees include The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Drew Barrymore Show, The Jennifer Hudson Show, Live with Kelly and Mark, and The View.
Why was Beyond the Gates not nominated this year?
Beyond the Gates, which premiered in February, did not qualify for this year’s nominations due to the eligibility period, making it eligible for next year’s awards instead.
