Despite some shocking snubs in the recent Emmy Award nominations announcement, "Orphan Black" star Tatiana Maslany received good news. Maslany is nominated for lead actress in the drama category.
Maslany plays almost 10 different roles in the show and it was surprising that after three full seasons of her character giving a stellar performance, it was only this year that was she recognized. Maslany plays the roles of Sarah, Cosima, Alison, Danielle, Aryanna, Janika, Jennifer, Tony, Charlotte, Crystal, Helena, Rachel, Beth, Katja and other clones in "Orphan Black."
According to her statement in E! News, the Canadian actress said that her nomination is so "surreal and exciting." She also gives credit to the fans for their support of the show. She added, "So this nomination is for them (fans). And I'm so grateful to the Academy for the nod."
According to Variety, she didn't expect to be nominated at all. In their interview with her, the actress reportedly seemed to be lost for words because of the nomination. Amy Schumer and Rob Thomas even expressed their enthusiasm for the actress' nomination.
Maslany joins two other actresses who are first-time Emmy nominees, Taraji P. Henson of "Empire" and Viola Davis from "How To Get Away With Murder." Some of the returning nominees were fan favorites like Claire Danes from "Homeland" and Elisabeth Moss from "Mad Men." Robin Wright from "House of Cards" also returns for the third consecutive year. However, last year's winner, Julianna Margulies from "The Good Wife," was left out this year.
According to Maslany, her biggest challenge in the last season of "Orphan Black" was debuting another clone. She said that she was scared of introducing Krystal although she loved the character very much. She also considers her one of the highlights from the last season.
Maslany was already recognized for her performance in the show when it debuted in 2013. She already scooped two Critics' Choice Awards.
