Stars React to their Emmy Nominations

"I'm thrilled and honored to be nominated again this year," Vanessa Williams, who plays Wilhelmina on the comedy "Ugly Betty," says about her Best Supporting Actress nod. "I love my show and my character, Wilhelmina, and this recognition is truly icing on the cake."

Alec Baldwin -- nominated for Best Actor in a comedy for "30 Rock" -- tells "The Insider," "I'm thrilled for everyone connected to the show, but I'm especially excited for Jane, Jack and Tracy. It's great working with the entire group and I'm grateful for the recognition of our work."

His fellow cast mate Jane Krakowski said of her "30 Rock" Supporting Actress nom, "The writers have created an amazing character in Jenna which I just love to play. I'm so honored to be part of this ensemble, this is my first Emmy nomination, I'm so excited! I am blown away by the number of nominations the show has received and thrilled for everyone."

Mariska Hargitay of "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" tells "The Insider" of her Emmy nomination for Best Actress in a drama, "I'm hugely grateful to be nominated, and ridiculously proud to stand in the company of these incredible artists."

Meanwhile, "Weeds" star Mary-Louise Parker says she's ecstatic about her nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy series, saying, "I am thrilled to be nominated amongst this talented group of actors and especially happy for my friend Christina that she is being recognized for her great work. I feel proud to be a part of this show and to work with an incredible group of creative minds who take chances and are being acknowledged for this today."

"My Life on the D List" star Kathy Griffin tells "The Insider" about her show receiving a nom for Outstanding Reality Program.

"I know this industry isn't supposed to be about awards, but screw you and the horse you rode in on... Seriously, I am truly honored that the Academy has recognized my special and 'My Life on the D-list,' specifically the episode where I was privileged enough to visit and perform at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Shout out to my one legged GI's."

Published 7/16/09 by