Celebrity Sons and Daughters Who Stole the Spotlight on the 2026 Emmys Red Carpet

The 2026 Emmy Awards delivered a star-studded celebration at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater on September 14, 2026, complete with the best—and worst—fashion moments fans look forward to every year. Hosted by Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star Mariska Hargitay, the ceremony also became a family affair as several celebrities brought their children to the red carpet.

While viewers watched Shailene Woodley laugh off Aaron Rodgers in a dizzying retro-inspired look, the next generation of Hollywood made its own impression. From coordinated colors to carefully matched suits and gowns, the children of several A-list stars arrived dressed for the occasion and proudly supported their famous parents. Here are some of the celebrity sons and daughters who stood out on the 78th Emmy Awards red carpet.

Legendary actor Sally Field attended the 2026 Emmys with her youngest son, Sam Greisman, who may have proved to be her good-luck charm. Field won outstanding lead actress in a limited series or movie for her performance in Remarkably Bright Creatures. Her eldest son, Peter Craig, was also connected to the project as a producer. Greisman, a writer and producer himself, looked polished in a classic black-and-white suit, adding stylish black boots and a distinctive tie for a modern finish.

Lisa Kudrow and her son, Julian Murray Stern, made coordinated dressing look effortless at the 2026 Emmys. Both wore black, with the Friends star choosing an elegant gown and Julian opting for a timeless suit. Julian is Kudrow’s only child with her husband, Michel Stern, and he also appeared in the final season of the cult-hit series. Kudrow received two nominations at the ceremony for her writing and acting work on The Comeback.

Rhea Seehorn had her entire family in the audience to celebrate her major 2026 Emmy win. She took home outstanding lead actress in a drama series for playing Carol Sturka in Pluribus, accompanied by her fiancé, Graham Larson, and his sons, Graham Franklin and Henry McLain Larson. Seehorn began dating Graham in 2013 after being introduced by his ex-wife, Mary Alice Haney, and has helped raise the two boys over the years. The men coordinated in sophisticated black-and-white suits with individual tie choices, while Seehorn commanded attention in a vivid red gown.

As the evening’s host, Mariska Hargitay made sure her family joined her for the milestone event. She arrived with her husband, Peter Hermann, and their three children, Andrew, Amaya, and August Hermann. The couple generally keeps their children away from the spotlight, making their appearance a welcome surprise for fans. Peter coordinated with their two sons in classic tuxedos and black bow ties, while Hargitay and her daughter wore striking red dresses. The gowns paid tribute to the Law & Order: SVU star’s late mother, actor Jayne Mansfield.

For several nominees, bringing family to the 2026 Emmys appeared to be a winning tradition—and Jean Smart was no exception. The actor made history by tying the record for the most Emmys won by a performer after taking home outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for her acclaimed role as Deborah Vance in Hacks. Her son, Forrest Gilliland, accompanied her in a coordinated all-black look: Smart wore a floor-length black-and-silver gown, while Forrest chose a black suit with a silver tie. During her acceptance speech, Smart thanked her two sons and called them “my anchor,” according to People.