Mariska Hargitay to Host the Primetime Emmy Awards: A New Chapter in Her Career

This fall, television fans will witness Mariska Hargitay in a role she has never played before – the host of the Primetime Emmy Awards. While she may not be an immediate choice for a comedian, Hargitay reveals that she has always used humor to cope with life’s challenges, and this new opportunity excites her.

As the star of NBC’s Law & Order: SVU, Hargitay returns for her 28th season as Detective (now Captain) Olivia Benson. However, before that, she will take to the stage as the host of the Emmys on September 12th. The host slot often goes to performers with a comedy background, but Hargitay is determined to bring a fresh perspective to the role.

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When asked about her preparations, Hargitay shared that she is working with the writers from The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to create a unique and entertaining show. She mentioned that they have been throwing out different ideas and pitching many concepts. Hargitay also revealed that she has been collaborating with a team of writers to create a comedy bit with an SVU touch.

Hargitay’s experience on Broadway in the play Every Brilliant Thing has given her the confidence to take on the hosting role. She mentioned that she was initially hesitant but after her experience on stage, she felt more comfortable with the idea. Hargitay believes that her experience in coping with long hours and difficult subject matter on Law & Order: SVU has prepared her for the demands of hosting the Emmys.

The catharsis of directing the documentary My Mom Jayne has paved the way for Hargitay to take on new challenges, including Broadway and the Emmy hosting role. She mentioned that the documentary helped her find more internal space and that she is excited to celebrate people’s work at the Emmys.

The curtain rises on the ‘Mariska Emmys’ on Monday, September 12th at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, broadcast live coast to coast and streaming simultaneously on Peacock from the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles.

Bullet Points:

• Hargitay is working with the writers from The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to create a unique and entertaining show.
• She is collaborating with a team of writers to create a comedy bit with an SVU touch.
• Hargitay’s experience on Broadway has given her the confidence to take on the hosting role.
• She believes that her experience in coping with long hours and difficult subject matter on Law & Order: SVU has prepared her for the demands of hosting the Emmys.