Louisa Jacobson had plenty to celebrate at the 2026 Emmy Awards, but one of her biggest moments was talking about her sister, Grace Gummer.
While appearing at the Emmys on September 14, Jacobson praised Gummer’s performance in FX’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette. Gummer plays Caroline Kennedy in the limited series.
Jacobson said she was especially impressed by her sister’s work in the show’s emotional final episode. Her comments highlighted the close support shared by the sisters, who are both actresses.
Louisa Jacobson Praises Grace Gummer at the 2026 Emmys
Jacobson attended the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles as part of the celebration surrounding The Gilded Age. The HBO drama entered the ceremony with eight nominations.
Gummer was also at the ceremony. The sisters arrived separately but were both supporting their respective television projects.
According to E! News’ Emmys coverage, Jacobson spoke warmly about Gummer’s work in Love Story. She described her sister’s performance as phenomenal and singled out the finale as particularly heartbreaking.
Her reaction also reflected how closely the family followed the series.
The Gummer Family Watched the Finale Together
Jacobson explained that her family was emotionally invested in Love Story as the story reached its conclusion.
She said family members were communicating in their group chat while watching the finale. Their reactions showed just how strongly the final episode affected them.
For Jacobson, watching Grace take on such an emotionally demanding role was also a personal experience. Gummer portrays Caroline Kennedy, the sister of John F. Kennedy Jr., in the FX series.
The Television Academy’s materials list Gummer among the cast of Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr & Carolyn Bessette and identify her role as Caroline Kennedy.
Grace Gummer’s Role in Love Story
Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette focuses on the relationship between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette and the intense public attention surrounding their lives.
Gummer’s Caroline Kennedy is an important part of that world. The actress has previously discussed the importance of portraying the Kennedy family relationship with care.
In an interview with Town & Country, Gummer said that the sibling relationship was integral to the series and spoke about her admiration for Caroline Kennedy.
FX also officially lists Gummer as Caroline Kennedy in the series’ cast information.
Louisa Jacobson and Grace Gummer Share the Emmy Spotlight
The 2026 Emmys provided a rare Hollywood family moment for the two sisters.
Jacobson is best known for playing Marian Brook on HBO’s The Gilded Age. The series received eight Emmy nominations this year, including recognition in major drama categories.
Gummer, meanwhile, attended the ceremony for Love Story. The sisters’ appearances attracted attention on the red carpet, with both choosing sophisticated black-focused looks.
Vanity Fair included Jacobson among its best-dressed stars, noting her Tom Ford look, while Grace Gummer appeared in Dior.
Jacobson’s Emmy Night Was Also About The Gilded Age
Although her sister’s performance was a major topic, Jacobson had plenty to celebrate herself.
The Gilded Age continued its strong awards-season presence with eight nominations at the 2026 Emmys. The show competed in the Outstanding Drama Series category, while Carrie Coon received a nomination for Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
Jacobson plays Marian Brook, one of the show’s central characters. Her appearance at the Emmys marked another major awards-season moment for the actress and the period drama.
What’s Next for the Sisters?
For now, Jacobson and Gummer appear to be focused on their individual acting careers.
Jacobson continues her work on The Gilded Age, while Gummer’s performance in Love Story has added another notable role to her television career.
Their Emmy appearance also offered a glimpse into the family support behind two actresses working on very different projects.
Rather than competing for attention, the sisters used the night to celebrate each other’s work — making their 2026 Emmys appearance a particularly memorable family moment.