Emmy nomination
Hall is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Dexter Morgan on Dexter.
Well, I think all bets would be off if he wasn’t killing by the code and killing deserving parties. Also, the way the show is structured, the audience isn’t a regular observer but in Dexter’s head and a part of that trauma, which adds to the appeal of the character. Another thing that keeps that appeal is that I don’t want it to be ‘who does he kill this week?’ He has to develop, as do his relationships, and I think an example of that is when these relationships are threatened, he is forced to protect them not because of the code he is following but because he has a stake in these relationships now.
Emmy nomination
Baker is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Patrick Jane on The Mentalist.
It’s a pretty tough category, and obviously, I didn’t expect it. The sun has shone on me today. It’s weird. I didn’t jump up and down with excitement when I heard, but I have a more internal explosion going on inside of me. All I can really think is that I’m incredibly lucky.
Emmy nomination
Cranston is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Walter White on Breaking Bad.
We’re still the tiny show that’s chugging up the hill, so the great thing about this kind of recognition — five nominations — is that if the name Breaking Bad gets out there enough, it’ll stimulate some people, hopefully many, into giving us a try.
Emmy nomination
Sheen is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Charlie Harper on Two and a Half Men.
Emmy nomination
Shalhoub is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Adrian Monk on Monk.
Emmy nomination
Parsons is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Dr. Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory.
I’m beyond excited. I don’t know what the last thing was where I felt like this, but I was a child, I promise you. Where it feels like it’s kind of a dream and it’s not really happening and a touch of Christmas present opening, too. It’s really weird! And wonderful, but it’s really weird! It’s just insane. I feel so immature!
Emmy nomination
Clement is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Jemaine on Flight of the Conchords.
Emmy nomination
Carell is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Michael Scott on The Office.
Emmy nomination
Baldwin is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Jack Donaghy on 30 Rock.
I’m thrilled for everyone connected to the show, but I’m especially excited for Jane, Jack, and Tracy Morgan. It’s great working with the entire group, and I’m grateful for the recognition of our work.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Diaz is presented with her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her work in the category of Motion Pictures. Friends Nick Cassavetes, Robin, Antin, Tom Cruise, and Cameron Crowe attend the event in support of Diaz.
It was what has given me the strength and courage to live this extraordinary life and it is what powers the light that burns inside of me, bright enough for me to be honored today with this star on the Walk of Fame. It will be cool to be under people’s feet. It really is the place where people can understand exactly that actors are not really stars – they don’t exist in the sky, they exist on the ground just like everybody else.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Sedgwick is presented with her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her work in the category of Television. Castmate G.W. Bailey and producer Lee Daniels serve as guest speakers at the ceremony.
The need to walk around in other’s shoes and convey the truth of other humans runs deep into the heart of me, a desire I doubt will ever be snuffed out. So honored to be among the actors on Hollywood Blvd., but memorable performances are never made alone.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Matlin is presented with her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her work in the category of Motion Pictures. Friends Henry Winkler and Anne Sweeney serve as guest speakers at the ceremony.
You know what, I want to say this is a glorious day. I’m really humbled to be here today with all of you on this magnificent street of dreams, the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It was a long time coming, and thank you for holding my spot. Please make sure no one spits gum on my star.
Tony Award nomination
Ferrell is nominated for a Tony for “Best Special Theatrical Event”, competing against Liza’s at The Palace, Slava’s Snowshow, and Soul of Shaolin.
Wins Oscar
Boyle wins the Academy Award for Best Achievement in Directing for his drama Slumdog Millionaire. Reese Witherspoon presents the award.
Finally, just to say to Mumbai: Unending, inseparable, unborn. All of you who helped us make the film and all of those of you who didn’t, thank you so much. You dwarf even this guy [gesturing to the statuette]. Thank you very much indeed.
Wins Oscar
Cruz wins Best Supporting Actress at the 81st Academy Awards for portraying Maria Elena in Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
We are all mixed together and that has to be reflected in cinema. I’m happy that finally that door seems to be more open and not just to me and three other people, but to a much bigger group.
Wins Oscar
Winslet wins Best Actress at the 81st Academy Awards for portraying Hanna Schmitz in The Reader.
That’s a career-defining moment when you get to stand along someone like Meryl. And so I honestly did not think for one second that it was going to be me.
Wins Oscar
Ledger posthumously wins Best Supporting Actor at the 81st Academy Awards for portraying The Joker in The Dark Knight. His father Kim Ledger, mother Sally Bell, and sister Kate Ledger accept the award on his behalf. Kate finished the speeches with a nod to his daughter, Matilda
Heath, we both knew what you had created in the Joker was extraordinarily special and had even talked about being here on this very day. We really wish you were, but we proudly accept this award on behalf of your beautiful Matilda. Thank you.
Wins Oscar
Penn wins Best Actor at the 81st Academy Awards for portraying Harvey Milk in Milk.
I did not expect this and…I know how hard I make it to appreciate me.
Wins Grammy
The Chemical Brothers wins the Grammy for Best Electronic/Dance Album for We Are The Night.