Here's who will be presenting at the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on October 17 

A host of stars from soaps and other daytime programs will present at The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards | Image: NATAS
A host of stars from soaps and other daytime programs will present at the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards | Image: NATAS

The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards are coming up on Friday, October 17! It's a mystery as to who's going to go home with the gold, but Soap Central can now reveal who's going to be handing out the trophies on the big night. Stars from Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, and The Young and the Restless will be on hand for the big night!

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Joining previously announced host Mario Lopez (ex-Christian, B&B) are presenters Brad Bestelink (Living With Leopards), Kardea Brown (Delicious Miss Brown), Alexa Havins Bruening (Lulu, GH), Scott Clifton (Liam, B&B), Olivia d’Abo (The Bay), Dan Feuerriegel (EJ, DAYS), Rory Gibson (Michael, GH), Carla Hall (Chasing Flavor with Carla Hall), Deidre Hall (Marlena, DAYS), Cherie Jimenez (Gabi, DAYS), Judge Lauren Lake (We The People with Judge Lauren Lake), Egypt Sherrod & Mike Jackson (Married To Real Estate), Ross Mathews (The Drew Barrymore Show), Michael Mealor (Kyle, Y&R), Karla Mosley (Dani, Beyond The Gates), Joseph Rosendo (Steppin’ Out), Michelle Stafford (Phyllis, Y&R), and Lisa Yamada (Luna, B&B).

“We’re thrilled to welcome such a wide-ranging and talented group of presenters to this year’s Daytime Emmy Awards,” Adam Sharp, President & CEO, the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS), said in a statement.

“From beloved daytime drama stars to culinary innovators, lifestyle experts, and talk show favorites, this lineup reflects the vibrancy and diversity of daytime television," Sharp continued. "We look forward to an unforgettable evening celebrating their contributions and honoring the best of daytime.”

The Inside Edition scoop

Ryan Paevey (Nathan, GH), Deidre Hall (Marlena, DAYS), Outstanding Lead Actress nominee Michelle Stafford (Phyllis, Y&R), and Michael Mealor (Kyle, Y&R) will be at The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, October 17 | Image: NATAS
Ryan Paevey (Nathan, GH), Deidre Hall (Marlena, DAYS), Outstanding Lead Actress nominee Michelle Stafford (Phyllis, Y&R), and Michael Mealor (Kyle, Y&R) will be at The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, October 17 | Image: NATAS

As previously announced, Deborah Norville (Inside Edition, The TODAY Show), the longest-serving female anchor in American television history, will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award during the broadcast.

Fans who want to attend The 52nd Daytime Emmy Awards ceremony can do so by visiting Ticketmaster. The fee for tickets is $75 (per ticket, plus applicable fees).

The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974.

Click here to read a complete list of nominees. To view The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, go to watch.theemmys.tv or download the Emmys app.

Catch The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.