Article: Return of the contenders: "The Sopranos" may be gone, but most of 2007's Emmy nominees are around to defend their spots this year.(Table)

Article: Sheen is enjoying the ride; 'Men' star reflects on his show, sareer.(Special Report: Eye on the Emmys)(Charlie Sheen, star of "Two and a Half Men")(Interview)
TelevisionWeek;  July 31, 2006 ;     700+ words ......star of CBS's Two and a Half Men,'' considers himself a lucky...nomination for outstanding lead actor in a comedy series, and he...for guesting on Two and a Half Men'' and the other for outstanding lead actor in a drama series for The...

Article: Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.(Special Report: Emmy Spotlight)
TelevisionWeek;  June 4, 2007 ;     682 words ......4.'' The King of Queens'' star Kevin James and Two and a Half Men's'' Charlie Sheen were surprise entries in this category...Cooper. If there's one actor from `Entourage' who may nab a lead actor nominee, it's Kevin Connolly. He's distinguished himself...both he and Jon Cryer would be nominated ...

Article: Two ways to watch syndicated 'Men'.(Warner Bros. sells 'Two and a Half Men' into television syndication)
Daily Variety;  May 8, 2006 ;     491 words ...Warner Bros. is going to sell Two and a Half Men into syndication on two screens at once...2007. WBTD will start pitching Two and a Half Men to stations this week. Online ads, including...the week after they air on TV. Two and a Half Men is sure to be a hot property in syndication...

Article: 'Daisies' Pace looks to freshen thesp race: four other noms face off once again.(LEAD ACTOR COMEDY)(Lee Pace of 'Pushing Daisies')
Daily Variety;  August 13, 2008 ;     700+ words ......deja vu for three of the nominees for lead actor in a comedy: Steve Carell, Tony Shalhoub...over the first few seasons of Two and a Half Men, Charlie Sheen has now become an Emmy...chance. CHARGE SHEEN Show: Two and a Half Men Emmy pedigree: Two noms Best scene: After...

Article: Michael Sheen: 'Frost/Nixon'.(Lead actor: IN THE MIX)(Brief article)
Daily Variety;  December 8, 2008 ;     68 words ...Understandably, Sheen is vying for a lead actor slot since his character is in the title ... but so is Frank Langella, and it's awfully tough for a film to receive two lead actor slots. Putting himself in the supporting slot might increase his...

Article: HBO Is Sure to Win Emmy; All Nominees for Lead Actor in Movie or Miniseries Are From the Pay Cable Outlet.(Special Report: Eye on the Emmys)
TelevisionWeek;  August 11, 2008 ;     469 words ......Special to TelevisionWeek The category of lead actor in a movie or miniseries is sewn up this...American politicians) is nominated in the lead actor category for his portrayal of James Baker...weighed in on several of the nominees for lead actor in a miniseries. Directing Ralph ...

Article: Alec Baldwin holds his Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a comedy...
Getty Images;  September 22, 2008 ;     63 words ...Alec Baldwin holds his Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a comedy... Full Size JPG (1564 KB) Alec Baldwin holds his Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a comedy series for "30 Rock" , in the press room at the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Noika...

Article: The cast of "Slumdog Millionaire," lead actor Dev Patel (L),...
Getty Images;  February 22, 2009 ;     78 words ...The cast of "Slumdog Millionaire," lead actor Dev Patel (L),... Full Size JPG (1240 KB) The cast of "Slumdog Millionaire," lead actor Dev Patel (L), Freida Pinto (C), Anil Kapoor (R), Irrfan Khan (2nd R), and Madhur Mittal (2nd L) arrive at the...

Article: Dustin Hoffman: 'Last Chance Harvey'.(Lead actor: IN THE MIX)(Brief article)
Daily Variety;  December 8, 2008 ;     66 words ......nominations in his career--with wins for Kramer vs. Kramer and Rain Man --so there has clearly been affection for his work. Whether this one can gain enough support and put him on to the lead actor shortlist remains to be seen. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Article: "Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel (R) and supporting...
Getty Images;  February 22, 2009 ;     60 words ..."Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel (R) and supporting... Full Size JPG (3594 KB) "Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel (R) and supporting acctress Freida Pinto arrive at the 81st Academy Awards at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood, California...

Article: Actor Paul Giamatti holds the award for outstanding lead actor...
Getty Images;  September 22, 2008 ;     65 words ...Actor Paul Giamatti holds the award for outstanding lead actor... Full Size JPG (1692 KB) Actor Paul Giamatti holds the award for outstanding lead actor in a miniseries or movie for "John Adams", in the press room at the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards...

Article: Johnny Depp, "The Libertine".(Lead actor insights)(Brief Article)
Daily Variety;  November 28, 2005 ;     40 words ...* If nominated for The Libertine, I Depp will join Marion Brando, Al Pacino, Spencer Tracy, Gary Cooper, Gregory Peck, Richard Burton, Jack Nicholson, William Hurt and Russell as the only men to be nominated for a lead actor Oscar in three consecutive years.

Article: The cast of "Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel (2nd R...
Getty Images;  February 22, 2009 ;     72 words ...The cast of "Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel (2nd R... Full Size JPG (1246 KB) The cast of "Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel (2nd R), Freida Pinto (C) and Anil Kapoor (L) arrive at the 81st Academy Awards at the Kodak Theater...

Article: "Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel and supporting acctress...
Getty Images;  February 22, 2009 ;     60 words ..."Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel and supporting acctress... Full Size JPG (3195 KB) "Slumdog Millionaire" lead actor Dev Patel and supporting acctress Freida Pinto arrive at the 81st Academy Awards at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood, California...