HONORABLE MENTION: Renée Elise Goldsberry
We were thrilled to hear that Netflix picked up Girls5eva for a third season because that meant we’d get to spend more time in the royal presence of supremely self-involved diva Wickie, played magnificently by Renée Elise Goldsberry. We’re happy to report that Wickie remained a walking quote machine throughout Season 3, but Goldsberry shined brightest in the third episode when Wickie returned to her childhood home and was embarrassed to admit that her parents were actually… wealthy and supportive of her dreams. Goldsberry expertly rattled off a list of hilarious excuses for why Wickie lied about her supposedly tough upbringing, and then she legitimately tugged on our heartstrings as Wickie had a rare moment of self-doubt, falling into a serious shame spiral in her childhood bedroom. And did we mention she can sing? As good as Wickie thinks she is, Goldsberry is even better. —Dave Nemetz
Nothing for Angela and Peter after this week’s 9-1-1? Sad.
Good choices, although I was hoping to see Zine Tseng, who did a great job on 3 Body Problem.
That may yet happen as the Netflix box set drops may be considered over a couple of weeks. Think it is always awkward to work out how to consider them for this award.
I think they wait a week for shows that drop all at once because they don’t want to spoil too much for those that can’t watch multiple episodes right away. Girls5Eva was released the 14th, for example.
I agree the actors and actresses on 9-1-1 should be on there.
I’m so glad to see Goldsberry mentioned here. I was sad it was such a short season, but I hope she’s a strong contender for Emmy nominations.
Shogun is shaping up to be amazing. I remember the first one so well with the fabulous Richard Chamberlain and this is just as good so far. People complaining about 911 not getting a mention, omg it’s on our screens every week, every month give it a rest. Dive into something different
Andrew Lincoln moved me to tears! He’s amazing and is long overdue for an Emmy. He’s been bringing it consistently for over a decade
Anna Sawai is excellent!
I could give an honorable mention to Jennifer Ehle and Keith Carradine for L and O: OC this week as their story arc resolved. Beautifully controlled acting in a set-up that begs for over-the-top emoting.
Good call on OC! I found myself marveling at how much my opinion of Ehle’s character had evolved over the course of that story arc, and the resolution of the story was very quietly moving.
All great choices this week, especially Anna Sawai!
Grey Damon (Station 19), playing a completely devastated Jack, especially at the end of the episode, trying to hold it together when reality is hitting him like a ton of bricks. I hate that this show is ending.