When it comes to 30 Rock’s winning streak, it seems that the recent awards season may be becoming a bit predictable. At the SAG Awards this weekend, when an interviewer talking to Christina Applegate brought up her nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy, she had this to say:
“You would have to be Jesus to take it away from Tina Fey at this point this year.”
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“30 Rock” continues its awards streak with big honors at the 15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, held tonight. “30 Rock” drew wins for Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin and for the ensemble cast — which beat out “Desperate Housewives,” “Entourage,” “The Office,” and “Weeds.” Except for “Housewives,” I think the competition was very strong this year, so kudos to “30 Rock” for the honor!
In her acceptance speech, Tina Fey thanked her daughter, Alice, for being the funniest person in her household. Get that girl a writing credit!
By the way, the upcoming show (1/29) is an encore of “Reunion,” in which my new friend comedian Vicki Ferentinos has a small part as an extra. We’ll post a synopsis even though it’s a repeat, so check back with us later this week!
While it may have seemed that Tina Fey’s calling out of some internet critics may have been just for comedic effect, the actuality is that the posters she mentioned by name are real. Gawker has done some homework, and dredged up some of the things these people have posted to the LA Times Envelope Awards site.
Some of the posts they mention specifically and attribute to DianeFan:
I just hope they give the win to anyone but Tina Fey. Boy I can’t wait until Edie Falco comes back on the scene just to wipe that smug look off Tina’s face.
Tina Fey was simply like the pimple on my face – just there….  I think that the key issue here is the fact that when Tina is at her best, she’s just not that great.
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Congratulations to “30 Rock” for its amazing winning streak at the Golden Globes! The show won in all three of the categories in which it was nominated:
* Alec Baldwin, for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series (Musical or Comedy)
* Best Television Series (Musical or Comedy)
* Tina Fey, for Best Actress in a Television Series (Musical or Comedy)
We should mention Tracy Morgan’s funny acceptance speech on behalf of the cast when they won the Best Television Series award. He told the audience that he and Tina made a pact that if Barack Obama won the election, he would become the official spokesperson for the show.
Tina also had something to say to her haters on the Internet: “You can suck it!”
I was rummaging around the 30 Rock board over on IMDB, and came across a compiled list of 30 Rock’s Emmy Submissions for this year (Thanks Pudster!). For those of you that don’t have access to the board, here are this year’s submissions:
Best Comedy Series
“Hard Ball” (air date 2/22/07)
Jack sees an opportunity for budget cuts when Josh’s contract is up, forcing Liz to go out of her way to motivate Josh into staying with ‘TGS’ and not moving on to a rival show. Meanwhile, Kenneth earns a coveted spot in Tracy’s entourage and Jenna gets in trouble over a misquote in a popular magazine.
Best Actor
ALEC BALDWIN – “The Baby Show” (air date 1/4/07)
When ditzy receptionist Cerie spreads news of her engagement to a filthy rich Greek heir, Liz confronts her own marital and maternal status. Meanwhile, emotionally hardened Jack (Alec Baldwin) softens due to “mommy issues”.
TRACY MORGAN – “Pilot” (air date 10/11/06)
Liz Lemon is the head writer on a demanding, live TV program in New York City. However, things begin to get complicated when her new boss insists that a wild and unpredictable movie star (Tracy Morgan) joins the cast.
Best Actress
TINA FEY – “Up All Night” (air date 2/8/07)
It’s Valentine’s Day, and the TGS crew is celebrating by pulling an all nighter to put together a new episode. While Pete completely forgets the holiday, Kenneth and Cerie may be starting an office romance. Meanwhile, Liz (Tina Fey) wonders if Dennis is back in her life after she receives flowers from a secret admirer and newly divorced Jack wants to party with Tracy, who for once wants to spend a night alone with his wife instead.
Best Supporting Actor
JACK McBRAYER – “Hard Ball” (air date 2/22/07)
Jack sees an opportunity for budget cuts when Josh’s contract is up, forcing Liz to go out of her way to motivate Josh into staying with ‘TGS’ and not moving on to a rival show. Meanwhile, Kenneth (Jack McBrayer) earns a coveted spot in Tracy’s entourage and Jenna gets in trouble over a misquote in a popular magazine.
Best Supporting Actress
JANE KRAKOWSKI – “Hardball” (air date 2/22/07)
Jack sees an opportunity for budget cuts when Josh’s contract is up, forcing Liz to go out of her way to motivate Josh into staying with ‘TGS’ and not moving on to a rival show. Meanwhile, Kenneth earns a coveted spot in Tracy’s entourage and Jenna (Jane Krakowski) gets in trouble over a misquote in a popular magazine.
What do you think?
