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Winslet, Bardem, Hawkins and more on Golden Globe Nominations

More quotes and reactions for actors nominated for the Golden Globes.The show will be on air January 11, 2009 live on NBC.

KATE WINSLET, nominee for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture, THE READER: “Playing April Wheeler and Hannah Schmitz, two strong and complex characters was a true gift. To be recognized by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for both performances is a genuine honor and I am incredibly grateful. I am forever thankful to my husband Sam Mendes, Leo and fellow cast members and for Justin's beautiful script. I am equally proud to share this day with Stephen Daldry and David Hare.”

JAVIER BARDEM, nominee for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical - VICKY CRISTINA BARCELONA: “I am very happy to receive such support from the HFPA and truly thankful to Mr. Allen for allowing me the amazing experience of working with him and such an outstanding cast”

SALLY HAWKINS, nominee for Best Performance by an Actress in a Musical or Comedy for HAPPY-GO-LUCKY: “Wow, wow, wow – what a surprise, I cannot describe how I feel, so appreciative of it all and so very pleased!! Such an honor to be in the same category as Meryl Streep and Emma Thompson. They are great, iconic women that I’ve watched for years – they have definitely inspired and influenced me in my decision to pursue acting. So proud to be in this film and having the chance again to work with Mike Leigh. These past couple of days have been a whirlwind but I am feeling quite lucky and blessed at the moment.”

JOHN PATRICK SHANLEY, nominee for Best Screenplay for DOUBT: "I'm so delighted that this extraordinary ensemble of actors has been honored by The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, and gratified by their recognition of my screenplay."

AMY ADAMS, nominee for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role for DOUBT: “I am so honored to be nominated by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for DOUBT along with John Patrick Shanley, Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Viola Davis. Helping to bring John’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play to the screen was one of the most rewarding experiences of my career.”

VIOLA DAVIS, nominee for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role for DOUBT: “I cannot even believe it! I feel so blessed and grateful to the HFPA for honoring my work. It's more than I have ever dreamed. First working with Meryl, Phillip, Amy and John and now THIS!! Thank you! Thank you!”

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