Bowen Yang Makes Oscars Joke to Host Kenan Thompson at 2022 Emmy Awards: ‘So Many Things Can Go Wrong’

Selena Gomez got some jokes! The singer, actress, and businesswoman gave the 2022 Emmys audience a good laugh after cracking several puns that involved her Only Murders in the Building cast members and even paparazzi. During the 74th ceremony, Gomez presented the award for Outstanding Variety Talk Series (See the complete list of winners at the 2022 Emmys here), but before announcing the winner, she poked fun at Steve Martin.

Pete Davidson is at the 2022 Emmy Awards!

74th annual Primetime Emmy Awards brought out the brightest stars in TV to the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, for a gala ceremony hosted by stalwart Kenan Thompson, who brought his flawless talent for live comedy to the proceedings.The celebration was filled with some truly memorable Hollywood highlights, including some fun, hilarious bits, surprising exchanges and unforgettable acceptance speeches.Here's a look at all the biggest, best and most emotional moments from Monday's Emmy Awards.Thompson kicked off the show with some funny jokes about why TV means so much to the world, sharing, «Tonight we come together to honor the greatest invention in the history of mankind — television,» Thompson shared. «I mean, if it weren't for TV, what would we do in our free time? Read books? No one in this room has read a book in the last 50 years.

‘90s kids are shaking! Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell reunited at the 2022 Emmy Awards — and teased a Good Burger sequel.

Kenan Thompson hosted this year's Emmy Awards, and managed to sneak in a little reunion with his old pal, Kel Mitchell.Midway through Monday's star-studded show at the Microsoft Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, Thompson wandered over to the bar for one of the ceremony's comedic interludes, and struck up a conversation with the night's «honorary bartender,» Kumail Nanjiani.An overwhelmed Nanjiani — who had been tasked with serving drinks as a regular bartender and was totally unprepared — struggled to make drinks for people, before Thompson decided to order for a man slumped over on the bar, apparently passed out.«Excuse me, sir, can we get you a drink or something?» Thompson asked, as Mitchell sat up and smiled bright.«You know what, can I get a Good Burger?» he asked, as an exuberant Thompson hugged him and the pair jumped around excitedly.«Make that two Good Burgers!» Thompson yelled.

He went there. Kenan Thompson wished Zendaya a happy belated birthday at the Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, September 12, joking about her being at a “weird age” in Hollywood.

and starring in the killer second season of the record-breaking, critically-acclaimed Hulu comedy-mystery , Selena Gomez hit the Emmys red carpet looking every inch the star. Her for 2022 continues!Styled by Kate Young, Hollywood's go-to for top talent, wore a white sequin halter dress by Rotate with metallic silver platform heels.

Lizzo looks ready to represent the «big grrrls» at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards! On Monday, the 34-year-old entertainer hit the red carpet at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, and made sure her Emmys debut was a memorable one. Lizzo wowed in a show-stopping Giambattista Valli red tulle gown. The singer also had some fun while presenting an Emmy with host Kenan Thompson.Prime Video's reality series,, earned six Emmys nominations this year. The show's director, Nneka Onuorah, already won for Outstanding Directing for a Reality Program at the 2022 Creative Arts Emmys on Sept.

Oprah Winfrey to inspire and tug at the heartstrings. And that's exactly what the iconic media mogul did at this year's Emmy Awards.Taking the stage to present the first award of the night, Winfrey delivered a message about the importance of always getting back up when you get knocked down, regardless of the odds.«It's the most coveted television accolade on the planet and yet it's impossible to win one — almost,» Winfrey said, holding an Emmy trophy aloft. «There are eight billion people on this planet, but only 25 Emmys to be given out tonight.

Leonardo DiCaprio‘s dating life was brought up during host Kenan Thompson‘s opening monologue at the Emmys!

Emmys were “All That.”Opening the 2022 Primetime Emmys with his fancy footwork, Thompson, 44, boogied to a medley of iconic television theme songs, including “Friends” ditty “I’ll be there for you” by the Rembrandts, the legendary “Brady Bunch” jingle and the unmistakable beat of “Law & Order.” “Y’all ever see ‘Living Single?,’ I think you’d like it,” joked the “Saturday Night Live” star as he danced with umbrellas, background dancers and a prop couch, to the “Friends” theme. (His “Living Single” reference was a light-hearted jab at the longstanding joke that “Friends” was NBC’s more mainstream version of the all-black cast ’90s sitcom). Thompson — who dubbed himself the “mayor of television” in his opening monologue while wearing a top hat and coattails — then edited himself into the “ The Brady Bunch” theme visuals, placing himself in the center of the cast’s nine-squared grid.

2022 Primetime Emmys are officially underway, thanks to Kenan Thompson’s choreographed dances to TV’s most well-known theme songs. “It is I, the mayor of television, Kenan Thompson,” the 44-year-old “Saturday Night Live” veteran said while walking around the star-studded audience. “Tonight is a celebration.

UDATE, with video Kenan Thompson is not, by his own description, “that guy who ruffles feathers,” and his opening number for tonight’s 2022 Emmy Awards on NBC held him at his word. Without so much as a sidelong glance, much less an insulting barb, the longtime Saturday Night Live mainstay opened tonight’s ceremony with a nod to classic TV theme shows, some dancers doing dance moves and Oprah dropping by to be Oprah.

Television’s biggest night is here as the 74th Emmy Awards will be unveiled tonight in downtown Los Angeles, hosted by “Saturday Night Live” cast member Kenan Thompson, and airing live on NBC and streaming on Peacock. In what has been another extraordinary year for television, tonight’s festivities mark some of the biggest competition in years for the Emmys, as many old and new favorites across the drama and comedy categories collide for results that could spread the wealth of winners across multiple shows, as opposed to last year with the domination of Netflix’s “The Crown” and AppleTV+’s “Ted Lasso.” READ MORE: Emmy 2022 Predictions: ‘Succession,’ ‘Ted Lasso,’ ‘The White Lotus’ Speaking of ‘Lasso,’ it comes into the night defending its crown in Best Comedy Series, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Supporting Actress this season after a successful, yet not as wildly celebrated second season.

74th Primetime Emmy Awards red carpet, some of them had fans doing double takes thanks to their show-stopping styles. Lizzo made sure her Emmys debut was a memorable one in her ruffled gown. «Hello, Emmys!» the star captioned pics of her incredible look. A post shared by Lizzo (@lizzobeeating) actress Sydney Sweeney did not disappoint when she hit the red carpet in her floral embellished gown.  star Jung Ho-yeon looked liked she just walked off a runway in her sequin dress.  actor Nicholas Braun stood out in his all-white tuxedo and Fred Leighton jewels.The all-white look appeared to be a trend as Andrew Garfield, John Legend, Issa Rae Laura Linney, Jean Smart, Toheeb Jimoh, Seth Rogen and Kerry Washington all showed up in similar styles. Fuchsia gowns also appeared to be a trend as Molly Shannon and Mare Winningham both wore the color. And leave it to star Quinta Brunson to serve up one of the coolest looks of the night with her strapless brown dress and matching sheer gloves. For more show-stopping looks at this year's Emmys, check out ET's gallery. The 74th Primetime Emmy Awards, hosted by Kenan Thompson, were broadcast live on NBC and Peacock.

Sydney Sweeney stepped onto the red carpet at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards Monday night with a look that made a serious fashion statement.The star smiled brightly on the golden carpet outside the Microsoft Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, and was radiant in a gorgeous Oscar de la Renta dress.The striking star — who is also celebrating her 25th birthday today -- looked classic and elegant in the white gown, featuring a black floral print. Sweeney wore her blonde locks down, and went minimal with her accessories, rocking only two small rings.It's not only birthday, but there's a number of reasons it's a special day for the young star, who is nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress for her work on  and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for .ET spoke to the double Emmy nom in August, where she admitted that she was still processing the monumental moment.«No.

Christopher Meloni and Mariska Hargitay bring some law and order to the red carpet at the 2022 Emmy Awards on Monday night (September 12) at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Nicholas Hoult looks dapper at the 2022 Emmy Awards on Monday night (September 12) at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Laverne Cox is rocking a cool design on the red carpet at the Emmys!

74th Annual Emmy Awards are finally here and TheWrap is ready for all the snubs and surprises the best night in television has to offer.Although this year’s ceremony will take place on a Monday due to an NBC football conflict, the 2022 Emmys promise to bring the same glitz, glamour and shockers beloved by Hollywood and beyond.If you’re wondering what time to tune into the awards, or only want to catch the red carpet looks beforehand, we have the answers to all questions covered.The awards ceremony starts at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m.