Nate Bargatze Tapped to Host 2025 Emmys Live on CBS

Big news for comedy fans: The celebrated stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze will be hosting the 77th Annual Emmy Awards in 2025.

The show will air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS. Streamers can also catch it live and on-demand on Paramount+.

Bargatze is known for relatable humor and family-friendly comedy and is very excited about this hosting gig. “It’s a huge honor to be asked to host such an iconic awards show, and I’m beyond excited to work with CBS to create a night that can be enjoyed by families around the world,” he said in a statement.

This will mark the second partnership between Bargatze and CBS. Last time out, he teamed with the network on “Nate Bargatze’s Nashville Christmas,” which aired in December 2024 from the Grand Ole Opry. Suffice it to say, the network has a deep affection for Bargatze’s quick wit and everyday humor, and having him host the Emmys will make it a night to remember.

Nate Bargatze is a star on the rise. According to Pollstar, in 2024, while touring, he was the highest-grossing comedian in the world, selling more than 1.2 million tickets. In total, he has six stand-up specials; his most recent one, Your Friend, Nate Bargatze, premiered on Netflix. His previous special, The Greatest Average American, even got him a Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album. He has indeed made waves with his work, hosting Saturday Night Live a couple of times, the most recent one in 2023, with a viral sketch entitled “Washington’s Dream.”

With the Emmys on the horizon, fans are eager to see exactly how Bargatze will infuse humor into one of the more respected awards shows. Nominees for the 2025 Emmy Awards will be announced on July 15, and the Creative Arts Emmy Awards are set to air on September 6-7.

The show promises to be refreshing, filled with laughter and memorable moments because of Bargatze’s unique point of view and comedic capabilities. Prepare for this year’s standout event this fall!