Emmy Reactions: Hiroyuki Sanada Humbled, Larry David Celebrates ‘Misanthropy Finally Being Recognized’
This year's nominees note historic firsts, long-awaited recognition and surprising honors
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The 2024 Emmy nominees are thrilled, proud and humbled by this year’s honors — even Larry David said his heart is “warmed,” albeit by seeing that “misanthropy is finally being recognized as an art form” in response to the final season of “Curb Your Enthusiasm” earning a Best Comedy Series nomination.
As for his Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy nod, David said, “This is a sad day for actors everywhere. See? Anyone can do it!”
In terms of more earnest nominees, “Shogun” star Hiroyuki Sanada thanked the Television Academy for the show’s nominations (25, the most of any series this year) and said that being nominated for Lead Actor in a Drama Series is “truly humbling.”
“To our entire cast, and crew, a special thanks for making this story and vision a reality,” Sanada continued. “It was a great opportunity to share our culture with the world. I hope this will be a steppingstone for the next generation. To my team, thank you for your unwavering support.”
“Fellow Travelers” star Jonathan Bailey, nominated for supporting actor in a limited series or movie, said the recognition for the show is “beyond measure.”
“It is not lost on me that this sort of recognition is rare,” the “Bridgerton” actor continued. “I’ve grown up savouring the minimal queer television and film on offer whilst battling problematic media and societal criticism of queer life. I have loved so many award winning dramatic performances of gay characters but for Matt and I to be nominated together as gay actors feels like the sort of progress that would have made the world an easier place to grow up in. For that I am grateful and so unbelievably proud. Thank you to the TV Academy for this opportunity. “
Here are more responses from nominees for the 76th Emmy awards.
Brie Larson, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, “Lessons in Chemistry”
“I am trying to find the words, but this thank you just feels so big. Thank you to the Television Academy for recognizing the talent, drive and passion of our Lessons in Chemistry team. To see so many departments lifted up is the greatest feeling. I am honored to say that I witnessed the most amazing people do the most amazing things. I am humbled by the world Bonnie Garmus and Elizabeth Zott has opened my heart to. And I am thrilled beyond belief that we get this chance to toast and eat together one last time. I’m the happiest woman in the universe.”
More to come…
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