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On Tuesday, the Television Academy announced the nominees for the 73rd annual awards show, which will broadcast live on Sept. 19 withCedric the Entertaineras host.
Emma Corrin, nominated for outstanding lead actress in a drama series for playing Princess Diana inThe Crown, congratulated her costarOlivia Colmanon earning a nod in the same category for her portrayal ofQueen Elizabeth.
“‘It Is Absolutely Essential That I See The Queen!'” Corrin said in a statement shared with PEOPLE, quoting her character from the show. “Huge congratulations to my wonderful co-star and mentor Olivia Colman. It’s an unbelievable honour to be nominated in this category alongside you and such other wonderfully talented actors.”
“This is amazing!” said O’Connor, 31. “Thank you to the Academy for this tremendous send-off. It has been such an honor to be a part of this beautiful family for the past three years and to share this recognition today with Emma, Olivia, Gillian, Helena, Emerald, Tobias, Peter Morgan, and the entire cast and crew of The Crown just means the world.”
“Thank you to the Television Academy. We are all pinching ourselves that after four series,The Crownis still being embraced and enjoyed in this way,” the show’s creator Peter Morgan added in his own statement. “Behind the scenes, this show has an immense, dedicated and incredibly hardworking crew of world-class talent. So, these nominations are gratefully received in recognition of all their outstanding work which continues to inspire me every day.”
Tobias Menzies, who playedPrince Philipon the series, said, “Thanks to the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for the Emmy nomination, and congratulations to all my fellow nominees, nice one!”
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In addition to Hunt, who co-created the series and earned nominations for writing two episodes, fellow stars Brett Goldstein, Nick Mohammed and Jeremy Swift were all nominated in the supporting actor category, and Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple received nods for best supporting actress. StarJason Sudeikiswas nominated for outstanding actor forTed Lasso,which also got a spot in the outstanding comedy series category.
“I can’t quite believe this is happening,” Waddingham, 46, said in a statement. “I don’t know what feels greater, to be recognized for my own work or all the joy I feel for my magnificent TED LASSO family to be nominated themselves. We are a real family and to share this with them is everything. Thank you to the Television Academy. Rebecca runs through my blood stream. She is so precious to me, and this is just the icing on the cake.”
“Honoured, baffled and utterly thrilled to be nominated alongside these absolute giants and to represent Ted Lasso and everything it/he stands for,” Mohammed, 40, added in his statement, while Goldstein, 41, said, “Holy f——- s—. What an incredible honor. Proper dream come true s—. Every part of this show has felt like magic to me. To have the privilege to work on it, to get to make something with this incredible team and now for us to be nominatedasa team is just too lovely. Extra special thanks to Jason and Bill for inviting me to be part of this. What a thing…”
“As a cynical English guy I’m struggling to deal with all this wonderfulness. I’m not crying, you’re crying. F— off! You’re crying. You —-,” Goldstein concluded.
FellowTed Lassostar Temple, 31, said, “Oh my goodness I am absolutely speechless! Thank you so much for this overwhelming recognition of our show that has meant so much to me. Ted Lasso truly is a family and I could not be more grateful to be a part of it.”
“I am very surprised to be nominated along with many of my hugely talented colleagues,” added Swift, 61. “Thank you Emmy voters for your support for the show. The cast, crew and creatives appreciate it very much. I hope we can continue to entertain you with forthcoming seasons. Now I am going to bed with a hot beverage.”
Porter, 51, also posted on his Instagram page celebrating costarMJ Rodriguez, who made history Tuesdayas the first openly transgender performer to pick up an Emmy nomination in a lead acting category.
“I SEE YOU MICHAELA JAE!!!” Porterwrote.
GLAAD also reacted to the news ofPose’s multiple nominations in a statement.
“Michaela Jaé (Mj) Rodriguez’s Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series is a breakthrough for transgender women in Hollywood, and a long-overdue recognition for her groundbreaking performance over the past three seasons ofPOSE,” said GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis.
She continued, “Additionally, the show’s nomination for Outstanding Drama Series, as well as Billy Porter’s third nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, mark a historic show that undoubtedly raised the bar for trans representation on television and changed the way viewers around the world understand the trans community. As over 40 leading LGBTQ organizationspointed out in our open letteraboutPOSEto Emmy Award voters, representation matters. Congratulations, Michaela Jaé, Billy Porter, and the entirePOSEteam - the world is standing with you and applauding your talents.”
Regé-Jean Page, nominated for his performance in Bridgerton,reacted to the news on his Instagram page.
“It’s a joy to be seen,” he wrote. “12@televisionacadEmmy nominations for the dazzling group of artists@bridgertonnetflix.
HisBridgertoncostarPhoebe Dynevorcelebrated the show, which was additionally nominated for outstanding drama series, on her Instagram Story, writing, “Congrats to every single member of the cast and crew for all of your hard work.”
Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page) and Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) in Bridgerton.LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX
Read below for more nominee reactions:
Kaley Cuoco, outstanding actress in a comedy series,The Flight Attendant
“First timer over here 😭, " first-time nominee Cuoco, 35, wrote on Instagram. “Thank you@televisionacadfor a moment I will never forget. 9 nods for team@flightattendantonmax. Thank you thank you to my entire flight crew!!!! Surreal. ✈️”
Sterling K. Brown, outstanding lead actor in a drama series,This Is Us
“It’s been five years now of working with the best people, telling one of the best stories that I’ve had the privilege of being a part of and to be recognized each of those five years is really kind of awesome,” Brown, 45, said in a Instagram Livevideo.
This Is Uscreator Dan Fogelman added in a statement, “Thank you to the Television Academy - what lovely company to be in. We can’t wait to take selfies with everyone. And congrats to the entireThis Is Usfamily. You made one of my favorite seasons during an impossible time and I’m crazy about all of you.”
Hugh Grant, outstanding actor in a limited series or a movie,The Undoing
Daveed Diggs,outstanding supporting actor in a limited series or a movie,Hamilton
“Wow. Trip. Big love to all the Ham fam, specifically nominated and otherwise,” he said in a statement. “How crazy is it that we got to make a thing that continues to resonate with people so much? Does this mean we get to hang out again soon?”
Leslie Odom Jr., outstanding actor in a limited series or a movie,Hamilton
“I’m very thankful to the Television Academy for this acknowledgment!” he said.“Reverberations from Lin-Manuel’s masterpiece continue to surprise and delight those of us that were lucky enough to be in the original company. So grateful for the support the film has received from audiences and the team at Disney+. What a morning!”
Renee Elise Goldsberry, outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie,Hamilton
“I can’t stop saying WOW,” the actress said in a statement. “I’m so excited to be nominated for an EMMY with all of these amazing actresses. And to be recognized in this category with my sister, Phillipa Soo, has me crying tears of joy! For me, Hamilton is truly a gift that keeps on giving! Thank you, Television Academy, for providing this opportunity to celebrate our work together again. I am so grateful for this tremendous honor!”
Ralph Macchio, outstanding comedy series,Cobra Kai
“Sweet company!@cobrakaiseriesseries Emmy nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series! An amazing creative family! Congrats to all!!” Macchiowroteon Instagram.
“LikeThe Karate Kidbefore it,Cobra Kaihas always been a true underdog story,” Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg added in their own statement. “From our humble YouTube beginnings to our badass Netflix arrival, we have enjoyed being the senseis for this special series.”
Jurnee Smollett, outstanding actress in a drama series,Lovecraft Country
“I am in complete shock but feel incredibly humbled and am so grateful for this nomination! I’m tremendously thankful that the show and my amazing cast members were recognized for our work and Misha Green’s fearless storytelling. I feel like I’m living my ancestors wildest dreams. It’s such an honor.”
Jonathan Majors,outstanding lead actor in a drama series,Lovecraft Country
“Oh my. Gratitude and surprise are running laps in my heart,” his statement reads. “A full-throated thank you to the nominating body. Thank you for seeing the light in the dark, and the smile in the tears of this character, Atticus Freeman, he is one of my best friends, and I’m glad you all got to meet him as well. Playing this role has changed my life, and this nomination is yet another growing and changing moment. I’d like to offer a deep congratulations to my fellow nominees, I am honored to be listed amongst these incredible artists, all who in such a time offered humanity and respite to a historically chaotic year.”
“Finally, to my Lovecraft Country family, congratulations to each and every one of you, I thank you for your spirits, hearts, fight, and support. Our journey continues….”
Jurnee Smollett on ‘Lovecraft Country’.HBO
Paul Bettany,outstanding actor in a limited series or a movie,WandaVision
“What fantastic news to wake up to this morning!” he said. “I’m deeply honoured to have been nominated for what was a dream role for me, and I’m thrilled for all of my WANDAVISION family for the love they received from the academy. And then to see UNCLE FRANK get recognised as well makes this the happiest of mornings.”
Cynthia Erivo, outstanding actress in a limited series or a movie,Genius: Aretha
Creator and showrunner Bruce Miller, outstanding drama series,The Handmaid’s Tale
O-T Fagbenle,outstanding supporting actor in a drama series,The Handmaid’s Tale
“I am so happy for all of the Emmy nominees this morning!” said Fagbenle, 40.There’s been a bounty of impactful television and stories being told on screen over the last year, and I am humbled to play some part in that. Our cast, crew and creatives put so much love into “The Handmaid’s Tale” to bring it to life, it makes me smile to see everybody receive so much love in return!”
Ann Dowd, outstanding supporting actress in a drama series,The Handmaid’s Tale
“It was such a privilege to come to know Aunt Lydia this season as she continues to evolve,” she said of her character. “I’m deeply honored and grateful to be nominated in the company of my beautiful colleagues. Thank you.”
The Handmaid’s Tale.
Barry Jenkins, outstanding limited series and outstanding directing for a limited or anthology series or movie,The Underground Railroad
“I’ve never undertaken something quite like our limited series The Underground Railroad but in the process of making it, a lesson I learned as a pupil revealed itself to be viciously true: a director is nothing without their cast, their crew; without the network of hundreds it takes to make a vision like this a dream realized and true,” he said in a statement. “It’s for that reason I want to thank the Television Academy, on behalf of every soul who ever appeared at the bottom or top of any call sheet in our 116 days of shooting, for the recognition of this show alongside the exemplary nominees in the limited series category. It is always “an honor to be nominated.” Today I hope that phrase will serve as a celebration of the wonderful crew that gave this show its fuel and the selfless cast on whose wings it took flight.”
Creator and showrunner Chuck Lorre, outstanding comedy series,The Kominsky Method
Michael Douglas, outstanding lead actor in a comedy series,The Kominsky Method
Creator and showrunner Darren Star, outstanding comedy series,Emily in Paris
Lily Collins inEmily in Paris.NETFLIX
Carl Clemons-Hopkins, outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series,Hacks
“I am so very grateful for this recognition!” said Clemons-Hopkins. “This was not expected, and was a great way to start a Tuesday! I am especially grateful to Jen, Lucia, and Paul for creating such a beautiful and brilliant story. And am so excited for Jean, Hannah, and every other nominee with “Hacks!"’
Jean Smart, outstanding supporting actress in a limited series or a movie,Mare of Easttown;outstanding actress in a comedy series,Hacks
“I am absolutely thrilled and so over the moon proud of both shows,” the double-nominee said in a statement. “They were incredible collaborations. Both characters are survivors in their way, but one has given in to the realities of life and the other is still fighting for everything life still (she feels) owes her.”
Sophie Okonedo, outstanding guest actress in a drama series,Ratched
“I’m absolutely blown away to receive an Emmy nomination,” she said. “I enjoyed every minute of filmingRatchedand I got to work with some of the most generous and exciting actors around. Enormous thanks and gratitude to everyone who made this nomination possible.”
Sophie Okonedo in Ratched.SAEED ADYANI/NETFLIX
Craig Zobel, outstanding directing for a limited or anthology series or movie,Mare of Easttown
Anthony Anderson, outstanding actor in a comedy series,black-ish
Bowen Yang, outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series,Saturday Night Live
“emmy-pilled,” the comedianwroteon Instagram. “always in awe of every person who makes and crafts@nbcsnl!”
Black-ish.Jessica Brooks via Getty
Carson Daly, outstanding competition program,The Voice
“It’s never lost on any of us at The Voice that getting an Emmy nomination is such an incredible honor,” the host said. “We have so many talented, hardworking people who make this show so special. Top to bottom, the best in the business for almost 500 episodes. We appreciate their hard work getting the highest recognition a television show can receive. On behalf of our superstar coaches, our entire cast and crew, and the most talented singers in the world, we’d like to thank the Academy for this nomination. We’d also like to recognize the other inspiring shows we’ve been lucky enough to get nominated alongside. Thank you!”
Amber Ruffin, outstanding writing for a variety series,The Amber Ruffin Show
“It’s thrilling that a little show like ours, written from our living rooms in our pajamas over zoom during a pandemic, can catch a nomination,” she said. “Must be cause our writers are the f—— shit!”
RuPaul, outstanding competition program,RuPaul’s Drag Race
“On behalf of the Drag Race family, we are beyond grateful to the Television Academy for recognizing the love and passion that we poured into every frame of season 13,” said RuPaul, 60, in a statement. “We couldn’t do what we do without the unwavering support of ViacomCBS, VH1 and World of Wonder.”
He continued, “I have the distinct pleasure of working with the most creative and dedicated cast and crew in television. But the success ofDrag Racestarts and ends with our amazing queens. It’s their tenacity, creativity and vulnerability that tells queer kids everywhere that they are loved and worthy of celebration.”
The 73rdEmmy Awardswill air live on Sep. 19 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS, and will be available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.
source: people.com
