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There always are actresses who go with classic black - a safe choice that can also prove stunning: Mariska Hargitay wore a Zac Posen with architectural lines, Rachel Griffiths was in a strapless Chanel and Kyra Sedgwick wore a two-piece outfit by Oscar de la Renta with a subtle touch of feathers at the peplum and on the tiers of the skirt. Jaime Pressly's beaded scoop-neck gown by St. John Couture had a '40s feel. (Washington Times, DC)
Gasps as Sopranos' boss gets whacked for award Sep 17, 2007
Rachel Griffiths was overlooked, British comedian Ricky Gervais can add the US to his list of conquered countries and Sally Field's acceptance speech was censored by Rupert Murdoch's Fox TV network when she criticised the Iraq war. The Emmy ceremony has a reputation as being Hollywood's most unpredictable awards night and it lived up to it with plenty of surprise snubs. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Emmys 2007: Main nominations Sep 17, 2007
Supporting actress in a drama Lorraine Bracco (The Sopranos) Rachel Griffiths (Brothers and Sisters) Katherine Heigl (Grey's Anatomy) Sandra Oh (Grey's Anatomy) Aida Turturro (The Sopranos) Chandra Wilson (Grey's Anatomy). Supporting actor in a comedy Jon Cryer (Two and a Half Men) Kevin Dillon (Entourage) Neil Patrick Harris (How I Met Your Mother) Jeremy Piven (Entourage) Rainn Wilson (The Office). (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Emmy awards a crying game Sep 17, 2007
PREDICTIONS being Emmy nominee Rachel Griffiths will leave the awards ceremony without a gong, she might have wisely saved some tears until then. The Brothers and Sisters star is nominated in the best supporting actress category for her work on the Channel 7 drama, but is tipped to be beaten by sentimental favourite Sopranos star Lorraine Bracco or Grey's Anatomy doc Sandra Oh. (NEWS.com.au)
Australasian showdown at Emmys Sep 16, 2007
Another Aussie nominee, Rachel Griffiths, also faces an interesting tussle. Griffiths is up against Grey's Anatomy trio Sandra Oh, Chandra Wilson and Katherine Heigl, as well as The Sopranos' Lorraine Bracco and Aida Turturro in the supporting actress in a TV drama category. (The Australian)
Goodman: These shows got jobbed Sep 15, 2007
Supporting actress in a drama series: Rachel Griffiths, "Brothers rs" (ABC); Katherine Heigl, Chandra Wilson and Sandra Oh, all from "Grey's Anatomy" (and all from ABC); and Aida Turturro and Lorraine Bracco, "The Sopranos" (HBO). "Grey's Anatomy": no. Just flat out no. And Bracco was barely around this year. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Emmy Awards show preview Sep 15, 2007
Rachel Griffiths, Brothers & Sisters, ABC; Katherine Heigl, Grey's Anatomy, ABC; Chandra Wilson, Grey's Anatomy, ABC; Sandra Oh, Grey's Anatomy, ABC; Aida Turturro, The Sopranos, HBO; Lorraine Bracco, The Sopranos, HBO.. Will win: The third nomination will be the charm for Grey's Anatomy pistol Sandra Oh. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Our Emmy picks are ... Sep 13, 2007
Supporting actress, Drama Lorraine Bracco, The Sopranos Rachel Griffiths, Brothers rs Katherine Heigl, Grey's Anatomy Sandra Oh, Grey's Anatomy Aida Turturro, The Sopranos Chandra Wilson, Grey's Anatomy. Comedy series Entourage The Office 30 Rock Two and a Half Men Ugly Betty. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Emmy predictions Sep 13, 2007
n Rachel Griffiths, "Brothers rs." ... n Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: A glut of nominations for "Sopranos" and "Grey's" actresses should clear the field for a deserving Rachel Griffiths to take it for "Brothers rs.". (Pensacola News Journal)
3-series star Sep 11, 2007
So he retooled it as a mother-daughter drama built around its biggest stars: Field, Calista Flockhart and Rachel Griffiths. He de-emphasized the business intrigue and the overtly political aspects of the show, turning Flockhart's Kitty from a right-wing radio host into an aide and now fianc. (USA Today)
'Grey's' stars in GLAAD ad campaign Sep 5, 2007
Actors Rachel Griffiths, Marlee Matlin, Rebecca Romijn and Lance Bass are among the 21 other celebrities featured in the ads. "It is incredibly important to reach out to a wide spectrum of people, to encourage the support and understanding from those who might become our straight allies and also to dispel the damaging, false myths and unfounded fears propagated by bigots and zealots," said former pro basketball player John Amaechi, another participant. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Read on... Aug 8, 2007
com - Rachel Griffiths ... Rachel Griffiths Emmy-nominated actress for her role on Brothers and Sisters ... Aug. 7, 2007, 7:00pm PT Rachel Griffiths, Emmy-nominated supporting actress for her portrayal of Sarah Whedon on ABCs Brothers and Sisters. (Variety)
Australians to vie for TV's ultimate award Jul 21, 2007
Yesterday, the nominations for the 59th Primetime Emmy Awards were announced with Toni Collette, Rachel Griffiths, Judy Davis and Greta Scacchi all contenders to take out awards at the U.S. equivalent of the Logies. And behind the camera lens, Australians were also noticed with The Starter Wife - a TV mini-series shot in Queensland starring Davis and American comedy queen Debra Messing - scoring 10 nominations. (Advertiser Adelaide)
Push It Like Beckham Jul 21, 2007
The actor called the soccer play his "hero. Of course, the Beckhams entire future isn t pinned to Cruise or a religion. It s all about soccer. If he doesn t play like it s the World Cup from Day One, he might as well forget it. CAA touted him like the second coming of Pele as the answer to making professional soccer popular in the United States. But soccer has always been like the metric system to Americans. We respect it, but we re not adopting it. It s OK for kids, but adults have serious... (Fox News)
Emmy nominees Jul 21, 2007
SUPPORTING ACTRESS: Rachel Griffiths, "Brothers & Sisters"; Katherine Heigl, "Grey's Anatomy"; Chandra Wilson, "Grey's Anatomy"; Sandra Oh, "Grey's Anatomy"; Aida Turturro, "The Sopranos"; Lorraine Bracco, "The Sopranos". COMEDY. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Primetime Emmy noms announced Jul 21, 2007
"Sopranos," "Two and a Half Men" and "Lost" also claimed multiple supporting spots, but those categories also opened up to first-timer Masi Oka for "Heroes" and Rachel Griffiths for "Brothers rs.". HBO's gaudy nom totals are generally fueled by the variety of its programming arsenal, which has included nabbing honors for movie -- a genre the broadcast nets have largely abandoned -- 12 of the last 14 years. (Variety)
Emmy claws are out Jul 21, 2007
Au 00004000 ssie Brothers & Sisters star Rachel Griffiths also faces tough competition in the supporting actress in a TV drama category, up against Grey's Anatomy trio of Sandra Oh, Chandra Wilson and Katherine Heigl in the supporting actress in a TV drama category. The best news for Queensland was the domination of The Starter Wife, a TV mini-series set in Los Angeles, but filmed in the Sunshine State. (Courier Mail)
HBO Leads Emmy Nom Pack Jul 21, 2007
While it often takes years for new regularly scheduled series to be recognized by the Emmys, multiple nominations for ABC s Ugly Betty and Brothers & Sisters (including acting nods for Sally Field and Rachel Griffiths) and NBC s Heroes and 30 Rock means there is now room from the get-go for freshman product ... OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIESLorraine Bracco (The Sopranos, HBO)Rachel Griffiths (Brothers & Sisters, HBO)Katherine Heigl (Grey s Anatomy, ABC)Sandra Oh (Grey s... (MediaWeek.com)
New shows, faces take on old Emmys Jul 21, 2007
Freshman drama Brothers & Sisters netted a best-actress nomination for Sally Field and supporting-actress recognition for Rachel Griffiths. And the addictive Top Chef scored its first nomination in the reality-competition category, which includes such formidable foes as perennial winner The Amazing Race, American Idol, Dancing With the Stars and Project Runway. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Sopranos leads the pack Jul 20, 2007 Get the full list here Jul 20, 2007 What did the stars say about their nods? Jul 20, 2007 Critic's Corner chat Jul 20, 2007 `The Sopranos' gets 15 Emmy nods Jul 19, 2007 Will Friday Night light up the Emmys? Jul 12, 2007 The week's best films on TV Jul 9, 2007 Griffiths home on her hols Jun 11, 2007 Who makes Emmy cut? Jun 7, 2007 A yobbo-led recovery? Jun 5, 2007 Brothers & Sisters May 27, 2007 US networks love some and leave some Aussie TV series May 18, 2007 'Fay Grim' finds Hartley on his game May 18, 2007 Muriel's stars still mates May 17, 2007 Natural Logies glamour for a change May 8, 2007 All that glistens not gold as Rowe row in spotlight May 7, 2007 Stars hit the red carpet May 6, 2007 Royal feud ends after lunch rescue May 5, 2007 Stars out for telly's big night May 2, 2007 Steve Irwin enters Hall of Fame Apr 25, 2007 Balthazar Getty finds real riches in his family Mar 30, 2007 She can speak for herself Mar 17, 2007 Eddie Murphy Loses Oscar, Bolts From Show Feb 27, 2007 Jackson 5: Reloaded Feb 24, 2007 The Jane reaction Feb 18, 2007 Mainstream nakedness Feb 10, 2007 Sisters doing it for all of us Feb 9, 2007 'Brothers' grows up Feb 9, 2007 Seven wins Monday night TV ratings Feb 6, 2007 Back from the dead Feb 4, 2007 Brawl in the family Jan 29, 2007 Performers win by portraying actual people Jan 20, 2007 Moviehole at the G'Day USA event in LA Jan 17, 2007 Griffiths envies Aussie stars Jan 15, 2007 A tip for the hunted: chill out Jan 5, 2007 Now, look here! Jan 1, 2007
Another Australian, Rachel Griffiths, is up for an Emmy in another key category, and her competition is just as tough. Griffiths, nominated for her role in Brothers & Sisters, faces the Grey's Anatomy trio of Sandra Oh, Chandra Wilson and Katherine Heigl in the supporting actress in a TV drama category. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Emmys Improve Jul 20, 2007
Supporting actress in a drama series: Rachel Griffiths, "Brothers rs"; Katherine Heigl, Chandra Wilson and Sandra Oh, all from "Grey's Anatomy"; and Aida Turturro and Lorraine Bracco from "The Sopranos." Though this is entirely too much attention for "Grey's Anatomy," just so you don't think there's a knee-jerk cable bias here, why include Bracco. She was barely in "The Sopranos." A better argument could be made for CCH Pounder on "The Shield," Katee Sackhoff on "Battlestar Galactica" or Callie... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Rachel Griffiths, Brothers & SistersKatherine Heigl, Grey's AnatomyChandra Wilson, Grey's AnatomySandra Oh, Grey's AnatomyAida Turturro, The SopranosLorraine Bracco, The Sopranos. Supporting actor in a comedy series. (USA Today -- Life)
Emmy reaction: Rachel Griffiths took a while to get it. Rachel Griffiths, nominated for Brothers & Sisters, was on her way to a voice class and then a table read with her cast ... "I want everyone to address me as the Emmy-nominated Rachel Griffiths," she joked to Will Keck. (USA Today -- Life)
I was pleased to see the nods for Sally Field and Rachel Griffiths of Brothers and Sisters and for Kyra Sedgwick. Also pleased to see that Galactica was FINALLY recognized, albeit not in the acting catagories. (USA Today -- Life)
Another six-nominee category was best supporting actress in a drama series, with Turturro and Bracco joined by Katherine Heigl, Chandra Wilson and Sandra Oh of "Grey's Anatomy" and Rachel Griffiths of "Brothers & Sisters.". Heigl has also broken out as a movie star with her role in the hit comedy "Knocked Up.". (Yahoo News)
Supporting actress, dramaElizabeth Mitchell, LostAdrianne Palicki, Friday Night LightsSarah Paulson, Studio 60 on the Sunset StripCCH Pounder, The ShieldMaura Tierney, ERAnd theres always: Rachel Griffiths, Brothers and Sisters. Comedy series"30 Rock," NBC"Entourage," HBO"Extras," HBO"How I Met Your Mother," CBS"The Office," NBCAnd theres always: My Boys, TBS. (MSNBC -- Television)
Still, it's an absorbing tale, with Johnny Depp convincing as Jung and strong support from Franka Potente, Pen;lope Cruz, Ray Liotta and Rachel Griffiths. Fight Club(David Fincher, 1999) 11. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Rachel Griffiths and husband are enjoying an intimate holiday at home. Rachel Griffiths is one of the hardest working Australians in Hollywood and when it comes to a break from her filming schedule, there's no place like home ... Rachel Griffiths and husband are enjoying an intimate holiday at home. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Rachel Griffiths (Brothers & Sisters). It pains me to leave off Maria Doyle Kennedy from The Tudors, Lisa Edelstein from House, Yunjin Kim from Lost and just about anyone from Grey's or Brothers. (USA Today)
Viva Laughlin: described by America's showbiz bible Entertainment Weekly as "a gambling story-slash-musical set around a Nevada casino. Think semi-regular Hugh Jackman as a big-shot moneyman, crooning Sympathy for the Devil ... might be quite strange, could be awesome, but will certainly be memorable.'' That's easy for the Americans to say. Australians will be more critical. Tell us your expectations here ... by David Dale at Sunday, May 20, 2007 A column about Australia by David Dale, published... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Most of them run on wrong-headed self-righteousness, with the worst offenders being tightly wound, widowed mother Nora (Sally Field) and fraught eldest daughter Sarah (Rachel Griffiths). They all talk a lot about "this family": what it means, why it needs protection, what's wrong with it. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Hugh Jackman, Rachel Griffiths and Miranda Otto will be seen on screen in the US, but a pilot starring McLeod's Daughters' Rachael Carpani failed to be picked up, while the US version of locally created comedy Thank God You're Here is in limbo. Kath & Kim is not on any of the networks' "Fall Schedules" which list shows that usually begin in September during the American season of autumn but local producers say a US version of the Melbourne show is close to filming. (The Age)
Parker Posey is one of the indie queens (Hope Davis, Rachel Griffiths, Julie Delpy, Lily Taylor, Laurie Metcalf) used feebly by Hollywood, but in the hands of Hartley she is the star needed and right on schedule. A Magnolia Films release. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
GOLDEN Globe winner Rachel Griffiths has denied a rift with Muriel's Wedding co-star Toni Collette. Reports of a feud surfaced at the opening of Griffiths husband's art exhibition last week, when Collette and her husband Dave Galafassi refused to have their photograph taken with Griffiths or her husband Andrew Taylor. (NEWS.com.au)
Rachel Griffiths looked herself in makeup that didn't look like makeup, Asher Keddie shone, while both Lisa McCune and Sigrid Thornton looked their prettiest in years with understated faces and tousled hair. Posted by Natasha Hughes at. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Meanwhile, as Nine's chief executive (and star), Eddie McGuire, faced media fallout from the announcement of Jessica Rowe's sacking at the weekend, the actor Rachel Griffiths returned to Melbourne's Crown Casino complex a decade after she stripped in protest at its opening. Last night the Australian star of the hit US series Brothers and Sisters opted for a less revealing black asymmetrical gown, saying she was at the awards to support the industry that made her a star. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Australian international actress Rachel Griffiths will fly from the US to present an award, and she joins a host of international acts confirmed to hit the stage this evening. Among them, NCIS star Michael Weatherly, singers Avril Lavigne and James Morrison and the cast of the Fantastic 4, including men's favourite Jessica Alba. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Stepping out of his actor wife's shadow next Tuesday is the artist Andrew Taylor, husband of Rachel Griffiths, who will exhibit his latest body of work, titled Outside, at the Tim Olsen Gallery in Paddington. Taylor lives and works between Los Angeles and Palm Beach, alongside his wife and their two children. (Sydney Morning Herald)
" While much of the night is a closely guarded secret - especially the names of the winners - it is known that international guests this year include NCIS star Michael Weatherly, Australia's own Rachel Griffiths, singers 00004000 Avril Lavigne and James Morrison and the cast of the movie Fantastic Four: Rise Of The Silver Surfer, including Jessica Alba. Critics often question why overseas guests are needed at the Logies, but Barnes defends the decision. "I think we've got a blend of both (local... (NEWS.com.au)
Star guests include Australian actor Rachel Griffiths and NCIS star Michael Weatherly with performances from US pop singer Avril Lavigne, UK chart-topper James Morrison and the 2006 Australian Idol winner Damien Leith. The Logies will be aired on the Nine Network. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Now his kids enjoy at-home play dates with the kids of Getty's TV siblings Rachel Griffiths (Sarah) and Calista Flockhart (Kitty). Also close friends with TV brothers Matthew Rhys (Kevin) and Dave Annable (Justin), Getty last Christmas welcomed them to his grandfather's country home in England. (USA Today -- Life)
If she was hoping that her reticence would play better when she re-emerged after a five-year absence - as part of a notable ensemble that includes Sally Field, Rachel Griffiths, Patricia Wettig and Rob Lowe - she was quickly dissuaded. Last summer, she stepped into the center of another whirlwind when she appeared on a panel before the press with her castmates and producers to promote the new show. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Just about everyone from the show was there, with some added extras coming and going: Madonna and Guy Ritchie were spotted, as were Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise ( they stayed a minute," someone said). But it was more like 1:30 when Peter O Toole, age 74, and his daughter got up and started disco dancing to the deejay. I believe the song was Madonna s Holiday. O Toole looks a little fragile himself, but he still cuts a mean rug. Paparazzi hustled over to shoot this moment, and I can only hope O... (Fox News -- Views)
It was the first thing I heard as I got out of an Escalade that carried Matthew Rhys of "Brothers and Sisters" and his friend, Andrew Taylor, painter husband of Rhys' co-star Rachel Griffiths. "We're just going to be party whores tonight," Rhys declared wryly in the heavy Cardiff accent he hides so well on the family saga that stars Sally Field. (Fox News)
"Sally Field is a problem. I just can't get past that 'You like me, you really like me' moment at the Oscars."Photo: Reuters. Raymond Gill talks to a woman who could save market researchers a phone call or several. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Rachel Griffiths signs up with another family, which is bad news for patriarchs. A laugh-or-cringe look back in time reveals as much about us now as then. (Sydney Morning Herald)
It's very hard to go past Rachel Griffiths. There's a courageous woman. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
On screen you had Calista Flockhart, Rachel Griffiths, Ron Rifkin, Patricia Wettig, Balthazar Getty, Matthew Rhys and, as the family matriarch, Sally Field. Behind the scenes you had Ken Olin, thirtysomething star turned producer/director. (USA Today -- Life)
Desperate Housewives was also the most watched show of Monday night, leading a Seven Network top four which included Today Tonight, Seven News and the series premiere of Rachel Griffiths in Brothers and Sisters, which attracted 1. 44 million viewers. (The Australian)
a new life and role for Rachel Griffiths ... After four years of playing one of the most dysfunctional television characters around, Rachel Griffiths is going respectable ... a new life and role for Rachel Griffiths. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Calista Flockhart and Rachel Griffiths in Brothers & Sisters ... Michael Idato talks to Rachel Griffiths and Sally Field, the stars of the hit US drama series Brothers & Sisters ... Not since the oil-rich Ewings ruled Dallas has there been a television family whose lives truly reflected the world around them, says Australian actor Rachel Griffiths, who plays Sarah Walker in the new drama series Brothers & Sisters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Last word: Dench was on screen for only eight minutes, but it was enough to leave fellow nominees Kathy Bates, Brenda Blethyn, Rachel Griffiths and Lynn Redgrave in their seats on Oscar night. Actor: Geoffrey Rush. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Wilkins took the stage again and mentioned some of the celebrities in the audience; John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Cate Blanchett, Terri and Bindi Irwin, Melissa George, Peter Fonda, Poppy Montgomery, Rachel Griffiths, Ridley Scott, Sacha Baron Cohen, the Wiggles and the team from Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, among many others. The first award, a Lifetime Achievement Award, went to Steve Irwin and a short film was shown with Irwin interacting with gorillas, crocodiles (of course. (Moviehole)
RACHEL Griffiths has scored another role in a hit US series, but says she's jealous of fellow actors Toni Collette and Geoffrey Rush who still live in Australia ... Rachel Griffiths says she envies Toni Collette / The Sunday Telegraph. (Daily Telegraph)
Similarly Rachel Griffiths, Toni Collette and Rose Byrne have all been in town over Christmas, yet none of them emerged at the centre of a paparazzi storm. When a Sydney snapper, Peter Carrette, caught Elle Macpherson holidaying with the former Sydney model Jules Revelle on the island of Mustique, she remained calm, let him get the shots and then carried on with her holiday without any fuss. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Star factor Sally Field, Calista Flockhart and Australian actor Rachel Griffiths. Verdict Sons and Daughters for a new generation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
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