Camryn Grimes is riding high after her Daytime Emmy nomination. The Young and the Restless star is in contention for this year’s Supporting Actress award. Being nominated came as a surprise for the actress, who says the nod is very special for her.
Key Takeaways
- Grimes was nominated for her second Daytime Emmy for Supporting Actress.
- The star won the award back in 2018.
- This year’s nomination gave Grimes a boost of confidence.
She’s Still Got It
2025 was a tough year for Mariah, who was often in tears. From her breakdown over past trauma with Ian (Ray Wise) to her separation from Tessa (Cait Fairbanks), poor Mariah went through hell.
Although fans had mixed reactions to the story, one thing they agree on is that Grimes was on fire. The actress gave an emotional performance as Mariah struggled with her past and pushed away her loved ones to protect them. So, when the 2026 Daytime Emmys were announced, it wasn’t surprising to see Grimes’ name in the Supporting Actress category.
However, being nominated came as a shock to Grimes, who says being in contention wasn’t on her radar. But receiving the recognition gave the actress a boost of confidence.
“Sometimes you need like, a pat on the back, and this kind of felt like a pat on the back to be fair,” she tells Soap Opera Digest. “Like, ‘Hey, you’re still doing it!’ I don’t know…I’m struggling to find all of the words because I’m still playing catch-up and I’m still trying to sort and navigate this.”
Given that Mariah isn’t on Y&R that often, fans are always thrilled to see her onscreen and in a big story. Grimes had a phenomenal 2025 and 2026, also had her giving more riveting performances. Her work during Dominic’s (Ethan Ray Clark) kidnapping is already generating buzz for next year’s Daytime Emmys.
Taking Home The Gold
Grimes is already a two-time Daytime Emmy winner. In 2000, she took home the Younger Actress award for her role as Cassie. Then, in 2018, she won the Supporting Actress trophy for her gripping performance when Mariah came to terms with her sexuality.
Eight years after her Supporting Actress win, Grimes has a chance to take home another award. But the actress faces stiff competition in this year’s race. Fellow nominees include Y&R co-star Beth Maitland (Tracy), Days of Our Lives‘ Linsey Godfrey (Sarah), General Hospital‘s Amanda Setton (Brook Lynn), and Beyond The Gates‘ Trisha Mann-Grant (Leslie). Win or lose, it’s going to be a fun evening for Grimes, who’s just happy to be nominated.
