The 2025 Daytime Emmy Awards nominations are out! CBS’s The Young and the Restless has grabbed the spotlight with 19 nominations, closely followed by ABC’s General Hospital with 16, and NBC’s Days of Our Lives with 13.
Other noteworthy mentions include CBS’s The Bold and the Beautiful with four nominations and The Bay from Popstar TV and Amazon’s Neighbours, both getting one nod each. However, CBS’s latest soap, Beyond the Gates, isn’t in the running this year as it debuted in 2025 and will be eligible next year.
It’s important to note that the nominations for the Daytime Emmys are open for shows aired in the entire previous year. This means the 2025 nominations include programs from January 1 to December 31, 2024.
The rules state that each category can have up to five nominees. Yet, if fewer than ten entries are submitted, only half can be nominated. This guideline helps maintain high standards for the awards and the nominees’ prestige.
The Daytime Emmys will be celebrated in October 2025 on CBS. Here are some of the nominees:
Outstanding Daytime Drama Series:
- Days of Our Lives — Peacock
- General Hospital — ABC
- The Young and the Restless — CBS
Outstanding Lead Actor:
- Peter Bergman as Jack Abbott (The Young and the Restless)
- Eric Martsolf as Brady Black (Days of Our Lives)
- Dominic Zamprogna as Dante Falconeri (General Hospital)
Outstanding Lead Actress:
- Sharon Case as Sharon Newman (The Young and the Restless)
- Nancy Lee Grahn as Alexis Davis (General Hospital)
- Michelle Stafford as Phyllis Summers (The Young and the Restless)
Outstanding Supporting Performance: Actress:
- Linsey Godfrey as Sarah Horton (Days of Our Lives)
- Courtney Hope as Sally Spectra (The Young and the Restless)
Outstanding Supporting Performance: Actor:
- Tajh Bellow as TJ Ashford (General Hospital)
- Michael Graziadei as Daniel Romalotti (The Young and the Restless)
Recent social media buzz shows fans passionately discussing their favorite soaps and stars, highlighting the emotional connections audiences have with these shows. As interest in daytime television grows, platforms like Twitter and Instagram are lighting up with hopes and predictions, making it a lively lead-up to the awards.
Historical context also adds depth to these awards. The Daytime Emmys began in 1974 and have transformed over the decades, reflecting and influencing changes in daytime programming. With streaming services now entering the mix, the landscape of daytime television is evolving. This shift raises questions about accessibility and the future of traditional broadcasts.
The anticipation around the Daytime Emmys continues to flourish, showcasing not just talent but the heart that drives daytime programming.
For more detailed information about the nominations, check out the official Emmy website here.
