Jimmy Kimmel and Molly McNearney
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Jimmy Kimmel Secures Back-To-Back Emmy Wins For Hosting 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire'

The late-night host beat out heavyweights like Steve Harvey and Ken Jennings to capture his second consecutive game show trophy.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read

Jimmy Kimmel is officially holding court as the undisputed king of primetime game show hosting. The veteran comedian and late-night personality just captured the Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Game Show, marking an impressive back-to-back triumph for his work leading ABC’s reboot of *Who Wants To Be A Millionaire*. The big win cements Kimmel's status as a powerhouse outside of his standard late-night desk duties. By taking home the gold for the second year in a row in this specific category, the TV host has proven that his witty bantering with celebrity contestants and tense trivia management is a winning formula for Television Academy voters.

Did Jimmy Kimmel win another Emmy this year Yes, Jimmy Kimmel officially added another major piece of hardware to his trophy shelf. His victory for *Who Wants To Be A Millionaire* comes after winning the exact same award last year for his work on the very same revival series. Navigating the iconic hot seat format on ABC, Kimmel has brought a refreshed, comedic energy to the high-stakes quiz show. His ability to balance genuine tension with sharp jokes has kept the long-running franchise relevant and highly entertaining for modern primetime audiences. The competition in the hosting category was fierce this time around. Kimmel had to overcome some of the biggest names in the genre to claim his prize. Among the nominees left in his wake were comedy giant Steve Harvey for his high-energy work on *Celebrity Family Feud*, as well as quiz legend Ken Jennings for his hosting duties on the syndicated titan *Jeopardy!*.

Jimmy Kimmel and Molly McNearney
Jimmy Kimmel and Molly McNearney

What show won the Emmy for Outstanding Game Show While Kimmel locked down the individual hosting trophy, the legendary series *Jeopardy!* made its own mark on the ceremony by taking home the award for Outstanding Game Show. The iconic trivia powerhouse scored yet another win in the category, proving its enduring cultural footprint remains completely unmatched. Kimmel’s continuous success in the game show field highlights his incredible versatility as a broad entertainment figure. Between running his weeknight talk show and taking on high-profile hosting gigs, the star continues to dominate the network television landscape.

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What Emmy did Jimmy Kimmel win?
Jimmy Kimmel won the Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Game Show for his work on ABC’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire.
Is this Jimmy Kimmel's first Emmy for hosting a game show?
No, this is Kimmel's second consecutive Emmy win in the category, having won for the same show the previous year.
Who did Jimmy Kimmel beat for the Emmy?
Kimmel won against a stacked field of nominees that included Steve Harvey for Celebrity Family Feud and Ken Jennings for Jeopardy!.