New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson Expected to Open Mariska Hargitay Emmys
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The 78th Emmys ceremony will feature a pre-taped appearance by New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson, followed by host Mariska Hargitay continuing the performance live on stage before her opening monologue.
- Reba McEntire will perform a tribute to Dolly Parton, introduced by Sally Field, honoring the late music icon and longtime friend of McEntire.
- Special segments include a “Charlie’s Angels” 50th anniversary reunion, a “Buffy, the Vampire Slayer” 30th anniversary tribute, and Noah Kahan performing during the In Memoriam segment.
- Julianna Margulies is set to present the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award to Michael J. Fox, with numerous other notable presenters and performers confirmed for the event.
- Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson will appear together, likely promoting their upcoming Apple TV series "Brothers" and fueling speculation about their possible familial connection.
