Golden Globes 2017: Television Nominees React

Nominations for the 2017 Golden Globes are out.

Here’s how television stars and producers are reacting to the news of their noms (check back for more reactions throughout the day):

Best Television Series, Drama
“The Crown”: “I am thrilled with
the nominations for The Crown. Delighted of course for Claire and John, but
this was a massive team effort, and the Best Drama – Television nomination
really reflects that. I am proud of everyone involved. Thank you so much to the
HFPA.” — Peter Morgan, creator and writer of “The Crown”
“Game Of Thrones”:

“Stranger Things”: “Thank you to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for this recognition. We are so humbled and honored that our show has struck a chord with audiences around the world. We are constantly inspired by the tireless, phenomenal work of our cast and crew, and we are particularly excited for Winona, who created an indelible performance that viewers won’t soon forget.” — Series creators and executive producers The Duffer Brothers, and EPs Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen

WATCH: ‘Stranger Things’ Stars React To The Show’s Golden Globe Nomination!

“This Is Us”: “What a morning. The last time my phone started ringing like that at 5:30 AM I think my grandfather had died. This continues to be the wildest, craziest, and most rewarding ride for all of us. I’m very grateful to the Hollywood Foreign Press for recognizing our show, as well as Mandy and Chrissy – two insanely talented women who are as easy to root for as they are to write for. I’m incredibly proud of every single member of this cast and crew – they don’t all get to put on tuxes and drink champagne and make out with movie stars (that’s what happens next, right?) but they kill themselves to make our show special and I know our set is going to be buzzing this morning.” – Dan Fogelman, “This Is Us” Creator and Executive Producer

Best Performance By An Actor, TV Series, Drama
Rami Malek, “Mr. Robot”: “I’m incredibly grateful to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for recognizing me in this group of distinguished and accomplished actors. I’m thrilled to be sharing this moment with my co-star and fellow nominee Christian Slater. I am so thankful for the brilliant mind of Sam Esmail, USA Network, Universal Cable Productions, and the exceptionally gifted cast, crew, and writers of “Mr. Robot.””

Bob Odenkirk, “Better Call Saul”: “Blown away again to be
recognized in the sea of excellence that is TV drama right now. I’m going to
take it as a compliment for every aspect of Better Call Saul. The writing, the
entire cast around me and everyone involved in the production of it. I really
love getting to know the empathetic character Jimmy McGill, the man behind the
not so empathetic, rapscallion Saul Goodman. Thank you to the Hollywood Foreign
Press!”
Liev Schreiber, “Ray Donovan”: “What a great wake up call… Thank you to all the writers on Ray Donovan, Ann Biderman, David Hollander, David Nevins, and the extraordinary cast of actors who carry me through every season of this show. Huge thanks to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for continuing to support our show and for giving me another great excuse to play dress up with the boys. We are thrilled!”

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Best Performance By An Actress, TV Series, Drama

Caitriona Balfe, “Outlander”: “Thank you so much to the HFPA for this nomination. I am grateful everyday that I get to portray a woman who is strong-willed, confident, intelligent, empowered and simply unforgettable. While “Outlander” is a brilliant period show, Claire represents so many qualities of a 20th Century modern day woman, someone who is forging her own path, fighting for what she believes and doing so with integrity. I am thrilled to be nominated among such an amazing and talented group of women.”
Keri Russell, “The Americans”: “While changing puked on baby sheets…. I find this out! Thank you HFPA for adding some glamour to the day….Thrilled.”
Claire Foy, “The Crown”: “I am so delighted
by the nominations The Crown has received today! The whole experience has been
wonderful. I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to bring Peter
Morgan’s Princess Elizabeth to life; she is a gift of a role and a challenge I
am so grateful for – a young woman trying to navigate a path through an extraordinary
situation. I must thank the HFPA for this nomination, it’s such an
honour. More than anything I am so happy that people have enjoyed the show
the way they have and recognised the hard work of the truly brilliant ensemble
cast and crew. I would also like to congratulate John and everyone on The Crown
for their nominations today.” 
Evan Rachel Wood, “Westworld”: “Being
a part of Westworld is such an honor. Dolores is the greatest character I’ve
ever played. I’m so thankful to everyone on the show and that these
groundbreaking complex roles are being written for women and even more grateful
that the Hollywood Foreign Press is recognizing me and the show for it. Thank
you.”

Best Performance By An Actor In A TV Movie/Mini-Series
Riz Ahmed, “The Night Of”: “Thank you HFPA! I’m absolutely thrilled to be counted amongst this year’s nominees. I’m deeply indebted to Steve Zaillian, Richard Price, HBO, to all the cast and crew of ‘The Night Of’ for their dedication in bringing this timely story to life, and all those who shared their stories of prison and prejudice with me in researching this role. It was an honour to portray Nas, and through him the untold stories of so many.”

Best Supporting Actor In A Series/TV Movie/Mini-Series
Sterling K. Brown, “The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story”: “HFPA! Y’all crazy for this one… and I couldn’t be more grateful! Thank you for such a tremendous honor! What a wonderful way to finish off the year…wow! In recognition that no one gets to this place in their career by themselves, I have to first thank my wife and two children for giving me such a clear purpose for being. Ryan, Andrew, Amaré… you make this all worthwhile! Jennifer Wiley Stockton… thank you for doing so much, so that I can stay focused on the task at hand. Let us never part. Michael Geiser, you are unsung, sir! (And if you erase this from my statement, we’ll have words)! Love you, buddy. To my agents at Innovative Artists, especially my man David Rose, thank you for giving your boy all the support he could ask for. St. Louis, I rep you ’til the day I die! To all my family and friends there, thank you for making your boy feel special. #ChocolateCardinal y’all know I luvs you! To my artistic family from NYC, including (but not limited to) my friends and faculty at the grad acting program at NYU, thank you for keeping your boy nourished and fed. Literally and spiritually. Namaste.”
Christian Slater, “Mr. Robot”: “I am so grateful for this incredible recognition and privileged to be included in this category beside these wildly talented actors. Thank you so much to the HFPA, and a huge congratulations to my dear friend and co-star, Rami Malek. I’m so thrilled to be celebrating this nomination with him. I also share this with the entire “Mr. Robot” family – Sam Esmail is a true creative genius and I am blown away by the talent on this show: Portia, Carly, Grace, Stephanie and the entire cast and crew.” 
Hugh Laurie, “The Night Manager”: “It’s an incredible honor to be nominated in the last
ever Golden Globes.”

Best Television Limited Series Or Motion Picture Made For Television
“The Dresser”: “The single drama which celebrates great writing and great
performances is an endangered species. The Dresser¹s nomination is a tribute to
the HFPA’s support for this important and beloved form. This nomination is a
testament to Ronald Harwood’s brilliant writing, Richard Eyre¹s glorious
direction and a masterclass in acting by Anthony Hopkins and Ian McKellen,
along with all the support we received from Starz and the BBC.” — Executive Producer Colin Callender from Playground and Exeuctive Producer Sonia Friedman from Sonia Friedman Productions 
“The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story”: “What a great morning for everyone who worked so hard on THE PEOPLE V. OJ! Thank you Hollywood Foreign Press for the recognition, and congratulations to my incredible producing partners and amazing actors. This project  is easily one of the most satisfying of my professional life. I am feeling very blessed and appreciative today.” — Executive Producer Ryan Murphy

Best Actress In A Limited Series Or Motion Picture Made For Television
Kerry Washington, “Confirmation”: “Now, more than ever, we must champion stories that highlight our bravest voices in times of adversity. As an actress and a producer I am so grateful to the HFPA for acknowledging CONFIRMATION in this way.”
Riley Keough, “The Girlfriend Experience”: “I am so honored and honestly shocked to be recognized
for my role in The Girlfriend Experience. I have been very luck to work with
Steven Soderbergh throughout my career. I’m thankful for Amy Seimetz and Lodge
Kerrigan for creating this complicated female character, and even more grateful
to the HFPA for recognizing such an unusual character.”

Best Actress In A TV Series, Comedy Or Musical
Sarah Jessica Parker, “Divorce”: “This is such delightful
news. I’m deeply honored to be included among women whose work I admire so
much. Especially thrilled given all the impressive and affecting performances
by women in television this past season. I’ve been granted a wonderful
opportunity to return to television in a fantastically challenging, exquisitely
written role I love and the privilege of working alongside people who inspire
daily, most especially Thomas Hayden Church. I thank the HFPA for
their kind consideration and for the great early morning surprise.”
Rachel Bloom, “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”:

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus, “Veep”: “Huge thanks to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and the Russian hackers that made our nominations possible.”
Gina Rodriguez, “Jane The Virgin”: “Thank you to the HFPA for always recognizing new and unbelievable talent regardless of color or culture. The HFPA changed my life three years ago and they continue to do so for so many talented artists and projects out there. How wonderful it is to see an awards show so full of diversity, and not just for diversity sake, but because of the phenomenal performances. I feel beyond blessed and humbled to have been one of their discoveries. It’s 10pm in Thailand and I think we are going out for a celebratory beer and tacos. Yup. I said tacos in Thailand, wish me luck!”

Tracee Ellis Ross, “black-ish”:

Best Supporting Actress In A Series, Limited Series Or Motion Picture Made For Television

Chrissy Metz, “This Is Us”:

Thandie Newton, “Westworld”:

Best Performance By An Actor In a Television Series Musical Or Comedy
Anthony Anderson, “black-ish”:

Gael Garcia Bernal, “Mozart in the Jungle”: “I’m so thrilled I was nominated for Mozart in the Jungle and that the show was nominated. I’m equally as thrilled Neruda was nominated for Best Foreign Film. I’m so lucky to be a part of both projects. Thank you to the Hollywood Foreign Press.”  
Jeffrey Tambor, “Transparent”: “Maura Pfefferman continues to be the role of a lifetime, and I’m honored to be recognized by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. I’m very excited to celebrate our series nomination with the amazing Jill Soloway and my extraordinary co-stars.”

The Golden Globes will air Sunday, Jan. 8 on NBC. Jimmy Fallon is the host.

— Jolie Lash

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