Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday.
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Guest Acting Categories — Actor (Comedy, Drama) and Actress (Comedy, Drama) (Updated: May 21, 2026): The guest acting races have long been the Emmys’ most unpredictable quartet.
Unlike lead and supporting categories, where performers benefit from sustained visibility across an entire season, guest contenders hinge on being “unforgettable” in as few as one single episode. This year’s field has a nice mix of returning Emmy winners, beloved television veterans, and a few performers still chasing their first statuette.
