Golden Globes 2018: TV stars react to nominations

Happy Golden Globes Monday!

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association unveiled the official nominees for the 2018 Golden Globes this morning, with Big Little Lies leading the pack in the television categories with six nominations total.

Below, check out reactions from nominees like Nicole Kidman, Insecure‘s Issa Rae, and the Stranger Things kids, and see the full list of Golden Globes nominations here. The event, hosted by Seth Meyers, airs Jan. 7, 2018 on NBC.

Shawn Levy, executive producer of Stranger Things, nominated for Best Television Series – Drama:

“While all of us working on STRANGER THINGS were grateful for the success of our first season, we were also vigilantly determined not to rest on that. We wanted to make a second season that would feel authentic to our show and characters, but strive further in cinematic scope, emotion and depth. We are so grateful for the reception of STRANGER THINGS 2 and the recognition of the HFPA with this second Golden globe nomination.”

Noah Schnapp of Stranger Things, nominated for Best Television Series – Drama:

Nicole Kidman of Big Little Lies, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

“We are all aware of how rare it is for a show and it’s cast to be honored in such a huge way, and we are all incredibly grateful. Thank you to the Hollywood Foreign Press for giving the show so much love. It was made with love, guided by the incredible David E. Kelley and Jean-Marc Vallée as well as my partners in passion Reese Witherspoon, Per Saari and Bruna Papandrea. The character Celeste is so precious to me and the recognition is deeply appreciated.”

Jessica Lange of Feud: Bette and Joan, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

“It was wonderful to find out about the Golden Globe nomination this morning. It was truly great to work with the brilliant Ryan Murphy to tell the story of Joan and Bette. It was an honor to embody the legendary Joan Crawford. Even though it’s a period piece, their stories and the issues that they faced are as relevant today as they were at the time. Congratulations to everyone who worked on the show and all the other nominees.”

David Harbour of Stranger Things, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

“Thank you HFPA for the great honor of being nominated for a supporting TV actor Golden Globe award this year, and for nominating Stranger Things in the best TV drama category as well. It’s gratifying to be seen for my work and to be in a category with such esteemed colleagues. The work I do on ST has been the most satisfying of my career, due to the brilliance of all departments but of course most especially the writing and directing of the Duffer Brothers and the directing and producing of Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen and the generous license to play that Netflix gives us. My co-stars are all so inspired and inspiring to work with on a daily basis, and I surely wouldn’t be nominated without the special chemistry I had this past season with Millie, Winona, Finn, Noah, Sean, Paul and all the rest. Their work makes me shine. They make it easy for David and Hopper to look good.”

Millie Bobby Brown of Stranger Things, nominated for Best Television Series – Drama:

Issa Rae of Insecure, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

Peter Morgan, creator of The Crown, nominated for Best Television Series, Drama:

“Thrilled thrilled thrilled thrilled!!!!”

Bob Odenkirk of Better Call Saul, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Drama:

“I’m thrilled to be noticed and nominated by the Hollywood Foreign Press. My evolving role on Better Call Saul is incredibly rewarding. Like the fans, I can’t wait to see where it goes next.”

Jude Law of The Young Pope, nominated for Best Performance by Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

“I’m happy that my work with the wonderful Paolo Sorrentino has been recognised. Thank you HFPA.”

Frankie Shaw of SMILF, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

“I can’t believe it! What started as a little short film I shot in my friend’s bedroom turned into this. I am so honored for the show to be recognized and for our name to be up there with all of these amazingly creative and talented people. Thank you to Showtime for believing in us, and thank you thank you to the Hollywood Foreign Press!!!”

Chrissy Metz of This Is Us, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

Liev Schreiber of Ray Donovan, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor In A Television Series, Drama:

“I am so grateful to the Hollywood Foreign Press for continuing to recognize our work. None of it would be possible without the extraordinary cast & crew of this highly functional dysfunctional family. Big love and gratitude my lady Macbeth and the greatest scene partner on God’s green earth, Paula Malcomson.”

Kevin Bacon of I Love Dick, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor In A Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

Claire Foy of The Crown, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress In A Television Series, Drama:

“It is such an honour to receive this nomination today! Thank you so much to the HFPA for their continued support of The Crown. I can’t express enough what a wonderful project it has been to be a part of, with such an extraordinary cast and crew. Thank you, thank you.”

Kenya Barris, creator of Blackish, nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

Anthony Anderson of Blackish, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

Freddie Highmore of The Good Doctor, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor In A Television Series, Drama:

“There cannot be more wonderful news to wake up to on a Monday morning than this. Thank you to each and every member of the Hollywood Foreign Press for this amazing honour. I’m proud that an optimistic, hopeful and unabashedly ‘good’ character like Shaun has resonated with so many. And to David, the writers, producers, cast and crew of The Good Doctor – thank you all, and I can’t wait to spend the day celebrating with (most of!) you on set today.”

Alison Brie of Glow, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

“I am so honored and proud to be nominated by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. GLOW has been such a labor of love and I’m very excited that The Disaster Artist and The Post also got recognized this morning.”

Katherine Langford of 13 Reasons Why, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress In A Television Series, Drama:

“Words can not express my sheer excitement and gratitude for being nominated by the HFPA this morning for portraying ‘Hannah Baker,’ a young woman whom I have come to truly love and understand. Hannah’s story resonated with so many people, and I feel truly grateful to Netflix, Paramount TV, Brian Yorkey, Tom McCarthy, Selena Gomez, and all of our tremendous producers…and to our incredibly talented cast – who are also my dear friends, and our wonderful crew for bringing this story to life. Most of all, my sincere hope is that the recognition continues to shine a light on so many of the important life issues and struggles we portray in 13 Reasons Why. I’m forever grateful to have been given this opportunity and will continue to work hard to bring dignity, respect, and grace to such a powerful character.”

Geoffrey Rush of Genius, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television:

“This is good news for Albert Einstein. I believe in science. I also believe in the complexity of humankind. I am honoured to be in the company of fellow nominees who, with their artistry, have strived to define the multiplicity of dimensions in the male experience.”

Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, co-creators of Will & Grace, nominated for Best Television Series. Musical or Comedy:

“What an incredible honor that the HFPA has recognized Will & Grace with a comedy series nomination. We’re grateful we’ve been welcomed back in this way after an 11 year hiatus and given the opportunity to continue writing for these characters.”

Pamela Adlon of Better Things, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

“I’ve been acting most of my life and I’m extremely honored. Thank you so much, HFPA. This is a Chanukah miracle.”

Alan Yang, co-creator of Master of None, nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

“Aziz and I and the whole team behind the show are thrilled and honored by the nomination. We’re especially excited to eat dinner in a big ballroom with some of our heroes, like Steven Spielberg, Meryl Streep, and the fish man from “Shape of Water.” Very curious to see which entree he’ll order, the chicken or the steak. Pretty sure it won’t be fish, because that would be weird. We’d also like to thank Netflix, Universal, and of course the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for the recognition!”

Kyle MacLachlan, of Twin Peaks, nominate for Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

“I’m truly thrilled and humbled by the nomination this morning. What a surreal experience to be nominated today for a role that I was so lucky to win this award for 26 years ago. I am so grateful to the HFPA for this acknowledgement, and to David Lynch for creating this very special universe and allowing me to revisit it.”

The Duffer Brothers, creators of Stranger Things, nominated for Best Television Series, Drama:

“Thank you Hollywood Foreign Press for recognizing our second season and our Chief’s phenomenal performance! To be nominated again means so much to us, and it’s a real testament to the incredible work by our very special cast and crew, who put so much heart into making this show. We are also thankful for the support of our incredibly loyal fans, who inspire us daily — and are making great use of the Hopper dancing GIF today!”

Eric McCormack of Will & Grace, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

“The morning is great, so happy for my Will & Grace pals on our nomination at the Golden Globes. So happy for our writers and our whole crew, my cast mates who I love. We have been nominated 27 times before this, over the years, and we have never won.”

Christian Slater of Mr.Robot, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

Nicole Kidman of Big Little Lies, nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:

“It is enormously fulfilling to have our show, Big Little Lies, be recognized by the HFPA in so many categories. Our entire team is so honored to be recognized, but we are also incredibly proud of the fact that we made a show that exposes the terrifying dynamics of domestic violence, sexual assault and the repercussions of violence against women in our society. The response to the show has been very emotional and moving for all of us as filmmakers. Big Little Lies has served as a catalyst for a broader conversation about the power of storytelling to change hearts and minds. That makes us all incredibly proud of the work that we have accomplished.”

Sean Hayes of Will & Grace, nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

“Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, writers & producers of ‘Will & Grace’ for accomplishing a TV comeback like no other and for receiving another Golden Globe nomination for Best Television Series (Musical or Comedy). I’m also SO thrilled for Eric McCormack’s Golden Globe nomination as well, proving once again the incredible talent he brings to the show.”

William H. Macy of Shameless, nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy:

“It takes a good family to be a good father, and I love Emmy and Emma and Jeremy and Cameron and Ethan and Christian and the Shameless family more than just about anything. And maybe anything. And certainly most things. I’m a lucky guy to get to act with these people.”