nuSep 7, 2026, 07:03

Rob Reiner receives posthumous Emmy, Shailene Woodley also wins award

Director Rob Reiner received a posthumous Emmy award following his death, while other performers including Shailene Woodley and David Harbour were also recognized at the Creative Arts Emmy ceremony in Los Angeles. Additionally, series like Widow's Bay and DTF St. Louis won multiple awards, and Dutch makeup artist Arjen Tuiten was honored for his work on The Pitt.

Director Rob Reiner was posthumously honored with an Emmy Award following his tragic death in Los Angeles last December, where he and his wife were found stabbed to death. Their son was subsequently arrested and charged with the murders. The Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremony, held in Los Angeles, celebrated various behind-the-scenes achievements in television, with series such as Widow's Bay and DTF St. Louis dominating the night by securing multiple awards each. Other notable winners included Shailene Woodley for her performance in Paradise and David Harbour for his role in DTF St. Louis.

In addition to the major series wins, the animated show South Park received its fifth Emmy for best animated series, marking its first victory since 2013. The Dutch makeup artist Arjen Tuiten was also recognized, earning an award for his contribution to the series The Pitt. These Creative Arts Emmys serve as a precursor to the main Emmy Awards ceremony scheduled to take place next week.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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