Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel arriving together on the Emmy Awards red carpet
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Red Carpet Romance: The Spiciest Emmy Awards Celebrity Couples & PDA Over the Years

From Justin Timberlake hyping up Jessica Biel to Aaron Paul’s swoon-worthy date night, look back at the sweetest TV award show moments.

BUZZBEAT NewsroomSep 14, 20262 min read

The Emmy Awards aren't just about snatching golden statuettes—they are also the ultimate destination for Hollywood's biggest lovers to turn up the heat. Over the years, television's grandest evening has doubled as a high-visibility playground for major celebrity affection, offering pop-culture fans some of the sweetest red carpet displays ever caught by flashbulbs. Long before the next ceremony kicks off its arrivals on September 14, history proves that awards season brings out deep devotion. High-profile duos routinely turn the pre-show walk into a public display of affection, hyping up their partners, flaunting high fashion, and locking lips in front of endless rows of press. ## Which Couples Have Loved Up on the Emmys Red Carpet? Throwing it back to 2012, *Breaking Bad* star Aaron Paul provided plenty of swoon-worthy material alongside his then-fiancee, Lauren Paul (née Parsekian). The couple looked completely smitten as they made their entrance. Speaking to reporters on the carpet, Lauren expressed how honored she felt to stand by his side as his date, openly swooning over his huge talent and television success. Fast-forward to 2018, and another high-wattage couple completely captured the spotlight. Pop icon Justin Timberlake stepped out in style with wife Jessica Biel, who was celebrating a major career milestone with her Lead Actress in a Limited Series nomination for *The Sinner*. ## How Do Celebrities Show Support at the Emmy Awards? Timberlake made sure everyone knew he was his wife's biggest fan. On the red carpet, the musician admitted he was even more pumped up about the nod than Biel was. He shared that he actually found out about her nomination before she did—while she was traveling in Europe—because he had watched her develop the dark drama series from scratch and saw all the grueling work she poured into the role. Loved-up moments like these showcase a softer, more intimate side to the glitzy ceremony. Whether it is gushing interviews or romantic smooches, the red carpet routinely delivers unforgettable PDA moments that rival the drama inside the auditorium. As Hollywood prepares for the next round of arrivals, fans can certainly count on more sweet couple moments in the spotlight.

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Did Aaron Paul attend the Emmys with his wife?
Aaron Paul attended the 2012 Emmy Awards with his then-fiancée Lauren Paul (née Parsekian), who publicly praised his acting talent on the red carpet.
Why was Jessica Biel nominated at the 2018 Emmy Awards?
Jessica Biel was nominated for Lead Actress in a Limited Series at the 2018 Emmys for starring in and developing the drama series The Sinner.