#MariskaHargitay is ready to host the 2026 Emmy Awards! Speaking with PEOPLE ahead of Monday's ceremony, the actress opened up how she’s been preparing to host TV’s biggest night — and revealed she’s been working with #StephenColbert’s writing team to prepare to host the 2026 #Emmys. As for what viewers can expect from her hosting gig, Hargitay previously told PEOPLE she had to take an Academy of Arts and Sciences oath to conceal her plans. “It was a whole thing. A lot of incense, so much reciting,” she joked. “But one thing you can definitely expect is a host who is beyond excited and honored to be there.” Read more at the link in our bio. | 📷: Craig Barritt, Kevin Winter/Getty; Scott Kowalchyk/CBS