<p>Sally Field won Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie at the 2026 Emmy Awards. This marks another milestone in her six-decade career, and the actor was recognised for her performance as Tova Sullivan in Netflix’s Remarkably Bright Creatures. With this award, Field, 79, becomes the oldest performer to win the category.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Previously, the record was held by Jessica Tandy, who won the same award for Foxfire. The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on September 14.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/emmys-2026-biggest-snubs-and-surprises-from-harrison-ford-s-loss-to-widow-s-bay-s-record-14-wins-1789459394130"><strong>Emmys 2026: Biggest snubs and surprises - from Harrison Ford's loss to Widow's Bay's record 14 wins</strong></a></p><h2>Sally Field wins Emmy</h2><p>This marks the actress' fourth Emmy victory from 10 nominations. She previously won for Sybil in 1977, ER in 2001 and Brothers &amp; Sisters in 2007.</p><p>In Remarkably Bright Creatures, she plays Tova Sullivan, a widowed woman who works night shifts at an aquarium and develops an unlikely connection with Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film also features Lewis Pullman, and Alfred Molina provides the voice of Marcellus.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/emmys-2026-taylor-swift-makes-surprise-cameo-with-mariska-hargitay-in-svu-sketch-1789455187627"><strong>Emmys: Taylor Swift makes surprise cameo with Mariska Hargitay in SVU sketch</strong></a></p>

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<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/pregnant-stars-steal-the-show-at-emmys-2026-kaley-cuoco-and-anna-osceola-flaunt-baby-bumps-1789454397756"><strong>Pregnant at Emmys 2026: Kaley Cuoco and Anna Osceola flaunt baby bumps</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Field appeared surprised when her name was announced and said, "Wow, wow. This is not supposed to happen.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She also spoke warmly about the project and said “I love this project from page one.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Field's Emmys speech</h2><p>After accepting the trophy, she said, "I have been so grateful and so proud to be a part of this community, the arts, for 62 years or something. With art, we matter. Our voices matter. Our diversity, our unique storytelling matters."</p><p>Field then added, “We can’t let those voices be silenced or compromised or merged.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/zendaya-and-tom-holland-steal-the-show-at-the-emmys-2026-as-law-roach-clears-up-marriage-rumours-1789447838090"><strong>Tom Holland and Zendaya steal the show at the Emmys 2026</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Many connected her comments to the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. The deal has already sparked discussion within Hollywood over consolidation and how it would impact the creative community.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Field also used the stage to acknowledge Canada, where Remarkably Bright Creatures was filmed. "Blessed Canada! Our neighbors, our friends,” Field said.</p><p>The actress has worked in both films and television. She is a two-time Oscar winner and has won the Academy Award for Best Actress for Norma Rae and Places in the Heart.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Sally Field won her fourth Emmy on September 14 for her role in Netflix’s Remarkably Bright Creatures. The actress has become the oldest performer to win the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

Sally Field won Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie at the 2026 Emmy Awards. This marks another milestone in her six-decade career, and the actor was recognised for her performance as Tova Sullivan in Netflix’s Remarkably Bright Creatures. With this award, Field, 79, becomes the oldest performer to win the category. Previously, the record was held by Jessica Tandy, who won the same award for Foxfire. The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on September 14. Also Read: Emmys 2026: Biggest snubs and surprises - from Harrison Ford's loss to Widow's Bay's record 14 wins Sally Field wins Emmy This marks the actress' fourth Emmy victory from 10 nominations. She previously won for Sybil in 1977, ER in 2001 and Brothers & Sisters in 2007. In Remarkably Bright Creatures, she plays Tova Sullivan, a widowed woman who works night shifts at an aquarium and develops an unlikely connection with Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus. The film also features Lewis Pullman, and Alfred Molina provides the voice of Marcellus. Also Read: Emmys: Taylor Swift makes surprise cameo with Mariska Hargitay in SVU sketch

<p>Sally Field won her fourth Emmy on September 14 for her role in Netflix’s Remarkably Bright Creatures. The actress has become the oldest performer to win the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.</p>

Emmys 2026: Sally Field makes history at 79, takes aim at Paramount-Warner Bros merger

<p>Singer Linda Ronstadt, actress Sally Field, and music group Earth, Wind &amp; Fire received the United States' top awards for the arts on Sunday (December 8) with a rocking, rousing performance at the annual Kennedy Center Honors show in Washington.</p>

<p>Children's television program 'Sesame Street'&nbsp;and conductor Michael Tilson Thomas rounded out the group of five Kennedy Center honorees who were feted for successful, decades-long contributions to the small screen, large screen, and the stage.</p>

<p>With potential impeachment looming, President Donald Trump did not attend the event or hold the customary reception for the honorees at the White House.</p>

<p>The Republican president opted not to come to the annual show during his first year in office because of controversy over his policies and has not come since.</p>

<p>Politics dotted but did not dominate, the evening.</p>

<p>The crowd at the Kennedy Center gave Nancy Pelosi, the speaker of the House of Representatives, a standing ovation when she was recognized after intermission. Pelosi, a Democrat, has directed the impeachment process against Trump.</p>

<p>The overwhelming focus of the night remained on the artists and their work.</p>

<p>Field, who has won two Academy Awards and three Emmy Awards, drew tributes from actor Tom Hanks, who greeted her with a 'Hi Mama!'&nbsp;in reference to her role as his character's mother in 'Forrest Gump.'</p>

<p>Also known for roles in 'Places in the Heart'&nbsp;and 'Mrs Doubtfire,'&nbsp;Field told reporters ahead of the show that the award recognized a body of work that had resonated with society.</p>

<p>'Sesame Street,'&nbsp;beloved by children around the world, became the first television show to become a Kennedy Center honoree. The show teaches children numbers and letters and celebrates diversity.</p>

<p>A tribute was made to Caroll Spinney, the puppeteer who brought to life popular character Big Bird. Spinney died on Sunday, aged 85.</p>

<p>The night ended with invigorating performances by singers Cynthia Erivo, John Legend, Ne-Yo and the Jonas Brothers in honour of Earth, Wind &amp; Fire, whose members include Philip Bailey, Verdine White and Ralph Johnson. The group has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide.</p>

<p>The Kennedy Center Honors show will be broadcast on CBS on Sunday, December 15.</p>


Singer Linda Ronstadt, actress Sally Field, and music group Earth, Wind & Fire received the United States' top awards for the arts on Sunday (December 8) with a rocking, rousing performance at the annual Kennedy Center Honors show in Washington.

Singer Linda Ronstadt, actress Sally Field, and music group Earth, Wind & Fire received the United States' top awards for the arts on Sunday (December 8) with a rocking, rousing performance at the annual Kennedy Center Honors show in Washington. Children's television program 'Sesame Street' and conductor Michael Tilson Thomas rounded out the group of five Kennedy Center honorees who were feted for successful, decades-long contributions to the small screen, large screen, and the stage. With potential impeachment looming, President Donald Trump did not attend the event or hold the customary reception for the honorees at the White House. The Republican president opted not to come to the annual show during his first year in office because of controversy over his policies and has not come since. Politics dotted but did not dominate, the evening. The crowd at the Kennedy Center gave Nancy Pelosi, the speaker of the House of Representatives, a standing ovation when she was recognized after intermission. Pelosi, a Democrat, has directed the impeachment process against Trump. The overwhelming focus of the night remained on the artists and their work. Field, who has won two Academy Awards and three Emmy Awards, drew tributes from actor Tom Hanks, who greeted her with a 'Hi Mama!' in reference to her role as his character's mother in 'Forrest Gump.' Also known for roles in 'Places in the Heart' and 'Mrs Doubtfire,' Field told reporters ahead of the show that the award recognized a body of work that had resonated with society. 'Sesame Street,' beloved by children around the world, became the first television show to become a Kennedy Center honoree. The show teaches children numbers and letters and celebrates diversity. A tribute was made to Caroll Spinney, the puppeteer who brought to life popular character Big Bird. Spinney died on Sunday, aged 85. The night ended with invigorating performances by singers Cynthia Erivo, John Legend, Ne-Yo and the Jonas Brothers in honour of Earth, Wind & Fire, whose members include Philip Bailey, Verdine White and Ralph Johnson. The group has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide. The Kennedy Center Honors show will be broadcast on CBS on Sunday, December 15.

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