Here's How Some Of The 2023 Emmy Award Nominees Reacted To Their Nominations
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The 2023 Primetime Emmy Award nominations were announced this morning, with Succession landing a massive 27 nominations, followed by The Last of Us, The White Lotus, and Ted Lasso.
To celebrate their outstanding achievements, below are some of the best reactions from nominated actors, producers, writers, directors, and more who shared them with BuzzFeed, on social media, and more:
This post will be updated throughout the day as more reactions come in.
1.Bella Ramsey: Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series for The Last of Us
"I’m so happy for the entire team and immensely proud of this show and everyone involved. I’m especially proud of my friend Keivonn Woodard (his first job and first nomination), my brain soulmate Craig Mazin, and my rock and the best sidekick ever…Pedro Pascal. It was the best year of my life shooting The Last of Us, so to be given this recognition alongside other phenomenal performers makes my little heart feel very big, thank you."
2.Brett Goldstein: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Ted Lasso
“Ahhhhhhhh f— yeah! This is amazing! To be nominated once is insanity, twice is nuts, but for this to be a hat trick feels silly and proof that we live in a simulation. It makes me feel incredibly lucky, especially when it’s in the company of genuine acting legends. What an incredible list to be on and, at long last, it is wonderful to see my fit friend and extraordinary talent Phil Dunster be added to that list. Thanks as always to Jason, Bill, Brendan, and Joe Kelly for inviting me onboard. I’m nothing without them and my fellow Greyhounds. What a ride this whole Lasso train has been, filled with magic. Thank you to the Television Academy for making life a dream. I’m moved as f—.”
3.Nick Offerman: Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for The Last of Us
"I am powerfully grateful to be in this wagon of HBO artists celebrating inclusivity, DIY, fidelity, and strawberries."
4.Murray Bartlett: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series for Welcome to Chippendales and Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for The Last of Us
“Thank you to the Television Academy for this double nomination! What?! I’m absolutely over the moon!! It was total joy to be part of The Last of Us and Welcome to Chippendales, and I’m thrilled that so many of my colleagues on both of these shows have also been recognized for their brilliant work. Thank you! Thank you!"
5.Christina Applegate: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Dead to Me
"Thank you to the @TelevisionAcad @netflix @CBS and also the Hollywood critics and of course @GoldDerby for this incredible honor. I am humbled and grateful. It’s been quite a ride. Thanks for the lift," per Twitter
6.Ayo Edebiri: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for The Bear
"the greatest honor alongside the greatest crew. no words — just innumerable thanks 🥺 lots of love. woooohoooooo :’)," per Instagram
7.Phil Dunster: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Ted Lasso
"Holy. Bloody. Hell. Thank you to the Television Academy for all the TED LASSO love. This is such an incredible show to be involved in - full of joyful people who are really funny and very fit…none more so than my hunk of a castmate @mrbrettgoldstein who I’m so proud to be nominated alongside. What a fun thing! My Mum nearly crashed her car when I called to tell her.(She’s fine. She didn’t). Big love," per Instagram
8.Juno Temple: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Ted Lasso
"To be nominated for an Emmy is absolutely mind-blowing, but to be nominated alongside some of my favorite people in the world — Hannah, Phil, Brett, and Jason — words truly can’t describe this magical moment. It’s been an absolute joy bringing Keeley Jones to life. Thank you to the Ted Lasso cast, writers, and crew for making this adventure unforgettable in every way. I’m so deeply honored and grateful. AFC Richmond forever!"
9.Jessica Chastain: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for George & Tammy
"What an incredible honor to receive an Emmy nomination (my first!) for a show that was an absolute gift to create. It was a tremendous privilege to embody Tammy Wynette. Tammy once said, 'I believe you have to live the songs.' It was a dream to live in her music and I am so very grateful to have been given the opportunity to pay tribute to her legacy. This has been a 10-year journey, bringing George & Tammy to screen, and to be recognized by the Television Academy is the icing on top of this most delicious cake!"
10.Michael Shannon: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series for George & Tammy
“Holy smokes!! I can’t believe it. So touched, flattered, and grateful. I love this show so much. Means the world to me that I got to do it in the first place. I owe Jessica a great deal. She brought this to me, she fought for me to be in it, and she is the best scene partner I’ve ever had bar none. And thank you Showtime and the TV Academy!”
11.Janelle James: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Abbott Elementary
"I am so honored to be recognized along with the other talented nominees by the Television Academy. Living out my dreams of making a living in the arts and sharing the gift of laughter is made that much sweeter working alongside my Abbott cast mates and the fantastic writers and crew on the show. Solidarity with the WGA and SAG-AFTRA, both of which I am a proud member," per Entertainment Weekly
12.Will Sharpe: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for The White Lotus
"Well this is bananas. I’m so grateful to have been a part of this show and to have worked with so many incredible people. It’s frankly surreal to be recognized alongside such brilliant castmates and other extraordinary performers, but I am over the moon!"
13.Simona Tabasco: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for The White Lotus
"I am completely overwhelmed with gratitude at this morning’s nomination. Being a part of The White Lotus and getting to work with Mike White, David Bernard, HBO, and the entire cast and crew was the opportunity of a lifetime, and this year has been a dream come true. Thank you to the Television Academy for this unbelievable honor. Congratulations to all my fellow nominees whose work I have been constantly inspired by from afar. From my heart: Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
14.Michael Imperioli: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for The White Lotus
"This was a dream gig on every level. Forever grateful to Mike White, HBO, and all my brilliant collaborators."
15.Storm Reid: Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for The Last of Us
"I feel extremely blessed and truly honored to be nominated among these incredible actors. The experience of taping my episode of The Last of Us was nothing short of a dream. Thank you to Craig Mazin for believing in my talent and seeing me as Riley. Sending all my congratulations to Bella, Pedro, the full cast and crew, and everyone nominated today."
16.Diego Luna: Outstanding Drama Series for Andor
"I want to thank the Television Academy for an incredible eight nominations for Andor. We set out to make a drama series that defied genre categorization in its telling of a compelling, relatable human story, told in an extraordinary, other-worldly but identifiable setting, and it is so gratifying to see it celebrated by the industry in the same way audiences around the world have embraced it. It especially brings joy to see Andor nominated for Outstanding Drama Series, as that is a testament to the collective work of hundreds and thousands of people in front of and behind the camera who have brought our show to life. Tony Gilroy's vision for the series has been inspiring, and I feel so fortunate to share this moment with all of my collaborators. I look forward to celebrating with everyone, especially once industry leaders have made fair deals with the writers, actors, and countless other artisans who share their passion and talents and deserve to be properly compensated for their contributions to what is undoubtedly a golden age for television and film."
17.Camila Morrone: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series for Daisy Jones & the Six
"9 Emmy Nominations. Happiest, most grateful human ever. I could have never expected this in my wildest dreams. Wishing I could hug every single one of my cast mates, crew, show runners, writers right now. Biggest thank you to the @televisionacad. I will never forget this feeling. Congratulations to all of the nominees❤️," per Instagram
18.Alan Ruck: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for Succession
"Thank you to the Television Academy for sending us off in such style. I've said this many times, but I waited for a show like Succession to come along for my entire career, so to receive my first Emmy nomination for this particular project makes this all the more gratifying. To be in the orbit of Jesse Armstrong, Mark Mylod, and the best writers, directors, designers, and crew on the planet has been an extraordinary experience. I share this with everyone behind the camera, and of course with my onscreen family, some of the most incredible actors I've ever worked with. I send a special thank-you to Justine Lupe, my awesome scene partner and dear friend who I got to spend so much time with on this crazy ride. Looking forward to getting together with everyone, and in the meantime I stand in solidarity with my fellow actors, our writer colleagues, and all during this critical moment for our industry."
19.Kathryn Hahn: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for Tiny Beautiful Things
"My mind is blown. Thank you with such humility to the Academy for this nomination. Thank you to the incredible women who doula-ed this show into being: Lauren Neustadter, Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Jayme Lemons, Stacey Silverman, all our execs at Hulu, ABC, and Disney for believing in this show. Thank you to our directors Rachel, Stacie, and Desiree for helping to birth this baby. And to this cast of mine: Quentin, Tanzyn, Owen, Michaela, Merritt, and my other half, the magnificent Sarah Pidgeon. And to Liz Tigelaar and the writers room. Thank you for this Clare. And thanks to the glorious Cheryl Strayed for her generosity and empathy. 'Trust your gut. Forgive yourself. Be grateful.' Amen. Thank you dear, dear, dear Cheryl. Forever changed."
20.Elizabeth Debicki: Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series for The Crown
“Playing this role has been the greatest privilege of my acting life. It is an absolute honor to be nominated for this season of The Crown and I am so humbled to be recognized amongst this group of incredible women and their staggeringly excellent work. Thank you to the Television Academy for this meaningful acknowledgement — I am so grateful."
21.Nathan Lane: Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for Only Murders in the Building
![“I’m just feeling very grateful today and honored to be in such great company. As always, I’m so thankful to John Hoffman and all the writers and producers, cast and crew of Only Murders in the Building, especially Steve [Martin], Selena [Gomez], and most importantly for me, Marty [Sheen], and James Caverley, two of the best scene partners you could ask for. Congrats to one and all.”](https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/EMHrIZ7genjMLrt7MFkVKA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTY0MA--/https://media.zenfs.com/en/buzzfeed_articles_778/bb1484808b9f46d1a91b40d93fad2982)
“I’m just feeling very grateful today and honored to be in such great company. As always, I’m so thankful to John Hoffman and all the writers and producers, cast and crew of Only Murders in the Building, especially Steve [Martin], Selena [Gomez], and most importantly for me, Marty [Sheen], and James Caverley, two of the best scene partners you could ask for. Congrats to one and all.”
22.Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds: Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program for Welcome to Wrexham
“The story of Wrexham has resonated with millions of people because you don’t have to be Welsh or a football fan to be moved by this town. We are so grateful for today’s 6 Emmy nominations and are continuously honored the people of Wrexham allow us to tell their tale. Diolch! Cymru am byth!”
23.Young Mazino: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series for Beef
“What an honor to be nominated alongside exceptionally talented actors. Thank you so, so much to everyone who voted, and to the Beef team that gave me an opportunity to work on something so special. Thank you to my PR team for all their support thus far, and also Sonny...thanks for simply changing my life with Beef!”
24.Paul Walter Hauser: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for Black Bird
“I’m super honored to be nominated for an Emmy Award. Black Bird is the result of an indefatigable crew, 3 visionary directors, the support of the storytelling giant that is AppleTV+, and Dennis Lehane’s mastery in capturing life in all its forms. Taron, you’re a brilliant actor, a kind generous spirit, and I sincerely treasure our time on and offscreen. Thank you to the Television Academy, my teams at CAA, Artists First, The Lede Company, Dunham, Engelman, Petix, DDP, Sean M, and most of all — my beautiful, patient, forgiving wife Amy. No more serial killer roles, babe. Jury Duty Season 2? The Bear Season 3? Fingers crossed. Long live Ray Liotta."
25.Ali Wong: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for Beef
"This is a real honor and something I never expected would happen. I wish my father was alive to experience this moment with me. Much love to Sonny (aka Lee Sung Jin) and the entire Beef family who gave their everything to make such a special show.”
26.Rachel Brosnahan: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
"This is the sweetest cherry on top of this marvelous 5 season sundae. Thank you to the Academy for the love for our final season. Thank you to the village that made it possible. We’re so grateful to be invited back to the party for one last hoorah."
27.Craig Mazin: Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series and Outstanding Drama Series for The Last of Us
“I am honored to be recognized by the Academy, but even more pleased to see how many of our brilliant cast and crew were nominated for their work on The Last of Us. That said, my priority right now is to see the day when all entertainment industry artists and craftspeople are treated fairly by the companies who convert our work into their profits. Working within the union rules, I intend to focus any promotional efforts on supporting the nominated crew of The Last of Us. Our industry's crewpeople are just as impacted by this necessary labor action; showing them our enthusiasm and love is more important now than ever."
28.John Hoffman: Outstanding Comedy Series for Only Murders in the Building
"It is such a crazy thrill to have Only Murders recognized in this way for our second season. I can’t thank the Academy members enough for keeping us in their minds and for all the appreciation. In these very challenging times, it’s particularly sweet to be able to celebrate the work of ALL who are so invaluable to this incredible Building of ours today."
29.Deborah Chow and Ewan McGregor: Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series for Obi-Wan Kenobi
"Obi-Wan Kenobi was a labor of love for the entire cast and crew and to see the show and so many of our wonderful artists recognized with nominations is thrilling. On behalf of the entire team, we thank the Television Academy for this honor."
30.Merritt Wever: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for Tiny Beautiful Things
"This is so lovely. All my thanks. And all my respect to the many union members who worked alongside me."
31.Cody Heller: Outstanding Comedy Series for Jury Duty
"I am beyond honored that The Academy recognized the incredible work that went into Jury Duty. Making this show has been one of the most creatively fulfilling experiences of my career and I attribute that fully to the collaborative nature of the project. In fact, that's a huge part of why I love working in television. Like every nominee in this category, Jury Duty‘s value - both its emotional value to its viewers and its monetary value to the studio - is the direct result of its workers. For a show like Jury Duty to work, every single member of our cast and crew had to bring not only their artistry and talent to set daily, but their sense of trust in each other. I hope that the day comes soon when the companies who profit off of our work will realize just how valuable we are."
32.Hannah Waddingham: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Ted Lasso
“My deepest thanks to the Television Academy for giving us the best presents we could ever wish for! The joy I feel that our beautiful show has been so universally loved, cherished and raised on high will stay with me always. 61 Emmy nominations over 3 seasons!?! The Greyhounds done good! ….And I for one, couldn’t feel any more grateful and privileged than I do. X #believe."
