Hey there, friends! Let’s dive into some exciting news about two of Hollywood’s most beloved legends, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. These two powerhouse co-stars were both nominated for the 2017 Emmy Awards for their incredible performances on Netflix’s hit show, Grace and Frankie. The announcement came on July 13, and it’s making waves across the entertainment world.
Now, let’s break it down. Jane Fonda, who’s still rocking it at 79, and Lily Tomlin, the queen of comedy at 77, have been nominated for the prestigious Best Actress in a Comedy Series award. They’re up against some fierce competition, including Ellie Kemper for Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Allison Janney for Mom, Julia Louis-Dreyfus for Veep, Tracee Ellis Ross for Black-ish, and Pamela Adlon for Better Things. But hey, you know what they say—greatness attracts greatness!
Grace and Frankie: The Show That Brought Them Together
Grace and Frankie, which premiered back in May 2015, is the show that brought these two legends together. In this hilarious and heartwarming series, Jane plays Grace Hanson, a retired cosmetics mogul who’s all about the finer things in life. On the other hand, Lily portrays Frances “Frankie” Bergstein, a free-spirited hippie art teacher. Their lives take an unexpected turn when their husbands, played by Martin Sheen and Sam Waterston, reveal they’re in love with each other and plan to get married. Talk about a plot twist!
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Jane (left) and Lily (right) on Grace and Frankie. (Photo Credit: R/R)
Jane’s First Emmy Nomination for Grace and Frankie
For Lily, this isn’t her first rodeo. She’s been nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy Series for Grace and Frankie in both 2015 and 2016. But this year, it’s Jane’s turn to shine as she receives her first Emmy nomination for the show. And guess what? If she wins when the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards air on September 17, it’ll be her second Emmy win. Jane previously took home the trophy for Best Actress in a Limited Series or a Movie for The Dollmaker back in 1984. Talk about a comeback!
Lily’s Emmy Legacy
Now, let’s talk about Lily. If she wins this year, it’ll be her sixth Emmy! That’s right, folks, SIX! Lily has already won Outstanding Voice-Over Performance for An Apology to Elephants in 2013, Outstanding Writing – Comedy-Variety or Music Special for The Paul Simon Special in 1978, Outstanding Writing – Comedy-Variety Or Music Special for The Lily Tomlin Special in 1976, and Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Special for Lily in 1974. This woman is a true icon!
But wait, there’s more! Other notable 2017 Emmy nominees include Viola Davis for How to Get Away with Murder, Claire Foy for The Crown, Keri Russell for The Americans, Robin Wright for House of Cards, Sterling K. Brown for This Is Us, Kevin Spacey for House of Cards, Liev Schreiber for Ray Donovan, William H. Macy for Shameless, Nicole Kidman for Big Little Lies, and Susan Sarandon for Feud. It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable awards season!
For the full list of 2017 Emmy nominations, click here and get ready to cheer for your favorites!
