Sally Field Becomes Oldest Emmy Winner in Her Category and Shades Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger: ‘Our Voices Matter’

Sally Field made history at the 2026 Emmys, becoming the oldest winner in the lead actress category for a limited or anthology series or TV movie. The 79-year-old actress won for her role as Tova Sullivan in the Netflix film Remarkably Bright Creatures, surpassing Jessica Tandy's previous record. During her acceptance speech on September 14, Field addressed the pending Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, emphasizing that their voices matter while celebrating her historic achievement in the industry.