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14 July 2021

Emmy nominations 2021: here are some of our favourite reactions

These award-worth gems, from Mare of Easttown to Bridgerton, are streaming on Showmax, Netflix, Apple TV+ and DStv online in South Africa.

The 2021 Emmy nominations are in, with The Crown (Netflix) picking up 24 nominations, The Handmaid’s Tale (Showmax) picking up 21, Ted Lasso (Apple TV+) 20, Lovecraft Country (Showmax) 18, Mare of Easttown (Showmax) 16, and Bridgerton (Netflix) taking 12.

The awards ceremony will take place on 19 September 2021. In the meantime, here are the heart-warming reactions from some of the cast, crew and production companies who were nominated this year, plus info on where to find their shows on streaming services in South Africa.

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Regé-Jean Page, Outstanding Actor (drama), Bridgerton: binge now on Netflix

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Kaley Cuoco, Outstanding Actress (comedy), The Flight Attendant: binge on Showmax from 12 August

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Sterling K Brown, Outstanding Actor (drama), This Is Us: stream Season 5 on DStv online

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Hugh Grant, Outstanding Actor (limited series), The Undoing: binge now on Showmax

“I’m extremely grateful and honoured, but I should point out that I was basically carried all the way by my fellow actors  – especially Nicole [Kidman],” Hugh Grant said in a statement, reported in People.

Jurnee Smollett, Outstanding Actress (drama), Lovecraft Country: binge now on Showmax

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Jonathan Majors, Outstanding Actor (drama), Lovecraft Country: binge now on Showmax

As reported in People, Jonathan said, “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….”

Billy Porter, Outstanding Actor (drama), Pose: binge now on Netflix

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In his Instagram post above, Billy recognised his co-star Michaela Jae Rodriguez, the first openly transgender performer to pick up an Emmy nomination in a lead acting category. He said in a statement, “I am honored and humbled to have my work once again be recognized by the academy. I stand at the intersection of art and activism, and I am forever grateful for the healing journey that POSE has been for myself, my colleagues and the world!”

MJ Rodriguez is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards® for her work as Blanca Evangelista in the final season of “Pose.” She makes history as the first openly transgender actress to be nominated in the category! #Emmys2021 pic.twitter.com/ZAS7TrZzPO

— The AHS Zone (@ahszone) July 13, 2021

Kate Winslet, Outstanding Actress (limited series), Mare of Easttown: binge now on Showmax

Further nominations for Mare of Easttown include Outstanding Limited Series, Supporting Actor (Evan Peters), Supporting Actress (Julianne Nicholson and Jean Smart), Casting, Directing, Writing, Editing (x2), Production Design, Cinematography, Contemporary Costumes, Hairstyling, Makeup and Sound Mixing.

Next round of spray cheese is on me! Congrats to the entire cast and crew of Mare of Easttown on their #Emmys2021 nomination for Outstanding Limited Series. pic.twitter.com/85iLQyWEY9

— HBO (@HBO) July 13, 2021

Brendan Hunt, Outstanding Supporting Actor (comedy), Ted Lasso: binge on AppleTV+

Congratulations to @BrendanHunting on his #Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for #TedLasso. Watch now on the Apple TV app with an Apple TV+ subscription. https://t.co/zUW8ztHXch pic.twitter.com/1aigRNonRI

— Apple TV (@AppleTV) July 13, 2021

Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman, Outstanding Lead Actress (drama), The Crown: binge now on Netflix

Sending a right royal well done to our Emmy-nominated Lead Actors and Actresses in a Drama Series:

Olivia Colman, Emma Corrin, Josh O'Connor and Regé-Jean Page! 👑👑👑👑 pic.twitter.com/grMTsD5GCA

— Netflix UK & Ireland (@NetflixUK) July 13, 2021

“Huge congratulations to my wonderful co-star and mentor Olivia Colman,” Corrin said in a statement. “It’s an unbelievable honour to be nominated in this category alongside you and such other wonderfully talented actors.”

Elisabeth Moss, Outstanding Lead Actress (drama), The Handmaid’s Tale: binge now on Showmax

PRAISE BE. Congratulations to The #HandmaidsTale on it's Outstanding Drama Series #Emmy nomination. 🙏 #EmmyNoms pic.twitter.com/ACAZo94aXf

— Hulu (@hulu) July 13, 2021

Binge more Emmy nominees on Showmax

I May Destroy You

I May Destroy You

Allen v Farrow

Allen v Farrow

A Black Lady Sketch Show S3

A Black Lady Sketch Show S3

Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist S1-2

Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist S1-2

Perry Mason S1

Perry Mason S1

Friends: The Reunion (2021)

Friends: The Reunion (2021)

PEN15 S1-2

PEN15 S1-2

Oslo (2021)

Oslo (2021)

Euphoria: special episodes 1-2

Euphoria: special episodes 1-2

Fargo S4

Fargo S4

The Nevers S1

The Nevers S1

Warrior S1-2

Warrior S1-2

Raised by Wolves

Raised by Wolves

The Good Lord Bird S1

The Good Lord Bird S1

Robot Chicken S1-10

Robot Chicken S1-10

And here’s the full list!

Congratulations to all of this years Emmy Awards® nominees.✨

Don't miss @CedEntertainer host the @TelevisionAcad’s 73rd Annual #Emmys, LIVE Sunday, September 19th
on CBS.

Check out the full list of nominations here: https://t.co/mGk9yjiijg pic.twitter.com/sVP7BLgtJA

— CBS (@CBS) July 13, 2021
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