Two Emmys in one night is impressive until you remember the Academy also gave one to a show called Widow's Bay.
Matthew Rhys wins two lead actor Emmys in one night, makes history
Matthew Rhys won two lead actor Emmys on the same night — one for the limited series Beast in Me, capping a record-breaking evening for the Welsh actor. Widow's Bay dominated the 2026 ceremony, while Jean Smart also landed a historic win. Rhys becomes the first performer to take two lead acting trophies in a single Emmys broadcast.
Source: Matthew Rhys wins two lead actor Emmys in one night, makes history — BBC
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