52nd Daytime Emmys Presenters Announced: The Ultimate Lineup

Daytime TV fans, the official presenter roster for the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards is here, and it’s loaded with star power from every corner of the daytime universe. This year’s lineup brings together beloved soap actors, culinary talents, lifestyle experts, and talk show personalities who will take center stage on October 17, 2025.

The ceremony will stream live from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California on watch.theemmys.tv and The Emmys app, promising an unforgettable night celebrating the best of daytime entertainment. Now, here’s the full scoop on who’s presenting.

The soaps lineup is stacked with familiar faces: Alexa Havins Bruening from General Hospital, Scott Clifton from The Bold and the Beautiful, Olivia d’Abo representing The Bay, Dan Feuerriegel and Deidre Hall from Days of Our Lives, Rory Gibson from General Hospital, Cherie Jimenez also from Days of Our Lives, Michael Mealor and Michelle Stafford from The Young and the Restless, Karla Mosley from Beyond the Gates, and Lisa Yamada from The Bold and the Beautiful. It’s a soap lover’s dream team.

Beyond soaps, the presenters include wildlife filmmaker Brad Bestelink of Living with Leopards, chefs Kardea Brown of Delicious Miss Brown and Carla Hall from Chasing Flavor with Carla Hall and Chewed Up, and Judge Lauren Lake of We The People with Judge Lauren Lake. Real estate stars Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson from Married to Real Estate join talk show personality Ross Mathews from The Drew Barrymore Show. Travel and lifestyle get representation from Joseph Rosendo of Steppin’ Out.

Mario Lopez of Access Hollywood will host the event, bringing his signature energy and charm. The Lifetime Achievement Award goes to Deborah Norville, longtime anchor of Inside Edition and the longest-serving female anchor in American television history—a truly well-deserved honor.

The Daytime Emmy Awards have celebrated excellence in daytime television since 1974, recognizing shows in categories ranging from daytime dramas and talk shows to culinary and legal programming. This year also welcomes new categories, including Outstanding Culinary Cultural Series and Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series, reflecting the evolving landscape of daytime TV.

Tickets for the event are still available through Ticketmaster, giving fans a rare chance to experience the excitement live. If your passion lies in drama, cooking, or lifestyle, the 52nd Daytime Emmys lineup has something for everyone.

Mark your calendars for October 17 and get ready to stream a night full of daytime television’s brightest stars and unforgettable moments. The Daytime Emmys have spoken—and this year’s ceremony will deliver.