Kidman interrupts Emmys host over her viral cinema ad lines
At the 2026 Emmys, host Mariska Hargitay recited lines from Nicole Kidman's famous 2021 cinema ad; Kidman interrupted to claim them back.
At the 2026 Emmy Awards, host Mariska Hargitay quoted lines from Nicole Kidman's 2021 AMC cinema advertisement. The ad became a viral meme; audiences cheer the lines when it plays in cinemas.
Kidman called out: "Now, Mariska, come on, that's mine. That's my bit.
You can't do that." She interjected again as Hargitay continued.
Hargitay yelled: "Zip it, movie lady! It's TV's turn tonight!", sending the crowd at the Peacock Theatre into fits of laughter.
- 2021
- Ad year
- 2026 Emmy Awards
- Awards event
- Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles
- Location
- Mariska Hargitay
- Host
Why it mattersA playful and unscripted moment that played into the live, unpredictable nature of live awards ceremonies and the long life of internet memes.
AustraliaAustralian actor Nicole Kidman got a starring moment at one of television's biggest nights, and the exchange trended on social media.
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