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Matthew Rhys

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24 stories · latest Oct 14, 2026 · Celebrity, Awards & Red Carpet, TV & Film

Matthew Rhys biography

Matthew Rhys is a 51-year-old Welsh actor acclaimed for his roles across television, drama, and comedy. He earned widespread recognition playing undercover Soviet operative Philip Jennings on the series The Americans, for which he won his first Primetime Emmy Award in 2018. His career spans notable television appearances, including a guest role on Girls, voice work for the animated series Golden Axe, and audio drama projects.

Recent coverage highlights his historic record-setting performance at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, where he became the first performer to win two lead acting trophies in a single night. His victories for the comedy series Widow's Bay and the limited series The Beast in Me came alongside news of a Season 2 renewal for Widow's Bay and his starring role in the audio thriller All She Wants for Christmas.

  • Coverage of Matthew Rhys heavily focuses on his unprecedented record-setting double lead acting win at the 2026 Emmy Awards.
  • Media reporting frequently highlights his professional and personal partnership with Keri Russell alongside his move into voice acting and audio drama projects.

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  1. Sega Classic 'Golden Axe' Is Becoming an Adult Animated Series Starring Matthew Rhys

    Aug 20, 2026

    Paramount+ released the trailer for Golden Axe, an adult animated series starring Matthew Rhys.

    Sega Classic 'Golden Axe' Is Becoming an Adult Animated Series Starring Matthew Rhys
  2. 'Widow's Bay' Season 2 Officially Confirmed: Matthew Rhys and Cast Tease What Is Next

    Sep 14, 2026

    Apple TV+ officially renewed Widow's Bay for a second season with Matthew Rhys returning to lead the cast.

    'Widow's Bay' Season 2 Officially Confirmed: Matthew Rhys and Cast Tease What Is Next
  3. DOUBLE TROPHY! Matthew Rhys Makes History With Shocking Two-Emmy Victory in Single Night

    Sep 15, 2026

    Rhys made Emmy history by winning lead acting trophies for both The Beast in Me and Widow's Bay in a single broadcast.

    DOUBLE TROPHY! Matthew Rhys Makes History With Shocking Two-Emmy Victory in Single Night
  4. ‘Widow’s Bay’ Makes Emmy History With Record-Shattering 14 Wins

    Sep 15, 2026

    Widow's Bay won Outstanding Comedy Series and a record 14 Emmys, including Outstanding Lead Actor for Matthew Rhys.

    ‘Widow’s Bay’ Makes Emmy History With Record-Shattering 14 Wins
  5. Matthew Rhys Speaks Out on Record-Breaking Emmy Double Win

    Sep 15, 2026

    Matthew Rhys reflected on his historic Emmy double win, calling the night surreal after earning two lead acting trophies.

    Matthew Rhys Speaks Out on Record-Breaking Emmy Double Win
  6. Matthew Rhys And Phoebe Dynevor To Star In Dark Audio Thriller 'All She Wants For Christmas'

    Sep 17, 2026

    Matthew Rhys joined the cast of the Lisa Jewell audio thriller All She Wants for Christmas alongside Phoebe Dynevor.

    Matthew Rhys And Phoebe Dynevor To Star In Dark Audio Thriller 'All She Wants For Christmas'

The photos · 23

Matthew Rhys And Phoebe Dynevor To Star In Dark Audio Thriller 'All She Wants For Christmas'
Matthew Rhys Speaks Out on Record-Breaking Emmy Double Win
Matthew Rhys Was Already Stealing the Show as a Teenage Elvis Long Before His Historic Emmy Wins
Where Matthew Rhys And Top TV Stars Really Hide Their Emmy Awards
Tiffany Haddish and Emmy Winner Matthew Rhys Link Up Backstage for Fast-Food Craving
Keri Russell Calls Out Matthew Rhys After Awkward Emmys Speech Snub
UK Stars Take Over The Emmys As Matthew Rhys And Kate O'Flynn Clean Up For 'Widow's Bay'
Emmy Milestones: Mariska Hargitay, Sally Field, and Matthew Rhys Shatter TV Records
Behind The Scenes At The Emmys: Tom Holland, Zendaya, Nicole Kidman And Matthew Rhys' Historic Night
Martin Short Shreds Acceptance Speech After Matthew Rhys Wins Emmy
‘Widow’s Bay’ Makes Emmy History With Record-Shattering 14 Wins
'Widow’s Bay' Stars Matthew Rhys and Katie Dippold Left Giddy After Huge Emmy Victories
DOUBLE TROPHY! Matthew Rhys Makes History With Shocking Two-Emmy Victory in Single Night
Keri Russell & Matthew Rhys' Secret Romance Was Blown By a Burglar
'Widow's Bay' Season 2 Officially Confirmed: Matthew Rhys and Cast Tease What Is Next
Matthew Rhys Compares His New Drama To 'Scooby-Doo' And Spills On Kylie Minogue Crush
Keri Russell And Matthew Rhys Prove Power Couple Status With 5 Emmy Nods
The couple, seen at the 2024 Golden Globes, have been together for 12 years and share a son.
They met on the set of FX hit “The Americans” in 2012, where they played a husband and wife KGB couple.
Russell and Rhys (above at the 2024 Critics Choice Awards) have both said they get nervous ahead of red carpet events.
Sega Classic 'Golden Axe' Is Becoming an Adult Animated Series Starring Matthew Rhys
How Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys Turned On-Screen Chemistry Into Lasting Love
Matthew Rhys Makes Emmy History With Record-Breaking Double Victory

Matthew Rhys: your questions

How many Emmys did Matthew Rhys win in one night?

Matthew Rhys won two lead acting Emmys in a single night at the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards, taking home trophies for Widow's Bay and The Beast in Me.

What show did Matthew Rhys win his first Emmy for?

Rhys won his first Primetime Emmy Award in 2018 for playing undercover Soviet agent Philip Jennings on The Americans.

Is Matthew Rhys returning for Widow's Bay Season 2?

Yes, Apple TV+ has officially renewed Widow's Bay for Season 2, with Rhys returning as the lead star.

Who is Matthew Rhys in a relationship with?

Matthew Rhys is in a relationship with his former The Americans co-star Keri Russell.

What audio project is Matthew Rhys starring in?

Matthew Rhys stars in the audio thriller All She Wants for Christmas, based on a narrative by best-selling author Lisa Jewell.

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