Tatiana Maslany, Saskatchewan actress, loses Emmy, causing Twitter outrage
Maslany nominated for outstanding lead actress in drama series, Viola Davis won award
Regina's Tatiana Maslany didn't get the early birthday gift that fans had hoped for at the 67th Emmy Awards on Sunday from Los Angeles.
Maslany was nominated for outstanding lead actress in a drama series. The 29-year-old plays several characters in the TV show Orphan Black, which has completed three seasons.
How to Get Away with Murder actress Viola Davis edged out Maslany for the Emmy, becoming the first black woman to win the award in that category.
This likely isn't the last major award nomination for Maslany. The young actress turns 30 on Tuesday.
Maslany even showed off her comedic chops during the show:
Ever wonder what happens on the red carpet after the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emmys?src=hash">#Emmys</a> start? Wonder no more... <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/OrphanBlack">@OrphanBlack</a> <a href="http://t.co/YgjPVeDHnt">pic.twitter.com/YgjPVeDHnt</a>
—@TelevisionAcadA fan favourite on social media, people reacted to Maslany's loss on Twitter.
While most fans were happy for Viola Davis, Maslany supporters were still upset
Me when <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> lost the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EmmyAwards?src=hash">#EmmyAwards</a> ... but still happy for <a href="https://twitter.com/violadavis">@violadavis</a> ! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mixedemotions?src=hash">#mixedemotions</a> <a href="http://t.co/0jk3iduP1v">pic.twitter.com/0jk3iduP1v</a>
—@gabimaltosWhile I'm thrilled for Viola Davis, I'm infuriated Tatiana Maslany has yet to win an Emmy for her stellar portrayal of 293 characters on OB.
—@morvampViola Davis made a great acceptance speech last night, but Tatiana Maslany was robbed of that win!
—@debrobyI'm very happy for the excellent Viola Davis, but perhaps they could have given four Supporting Actress awards to <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a>
—@zmullsLiterally the only reason I'm not fuming that Tatiana Maslany didn't win is because Viola Davis is a goddess and we're not worthy.
—@g_ubilla48When <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> didn't win <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/emmys?src=hash">#emmys</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/emmys2015?src=hash">#emmys2015</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/orphanblack?src=hash">#orphanblack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/OrphanBlack">@OrphanBlack</a> <a href="http://t.co/J8UQNGyktm">pic.twitter.com/J8UQNGyktm</a>
—@mrozandemirTatiana Maslany still hasn't won an Emmy. Just another thing that's wrong with the world.
—@TheSecondLaw<a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> I think the entire world knows you deserved the Emmy! Clearly you were robbed. I hope next year you will win for sure :)
—@sassydog25How did <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> not win her Emmy...she's a goddess
—@laughing_cures<a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> I love you in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OrphanBlack?src=hash">#OrphanBlack</a> you deserve all the awards <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CloneClub?src=hash">#CloneClub</a>
—@kevindclarkeSo I fell asleep halfway through the show and now I'm outraged that Tatiana Maslany didn't win.
—@_CakeEaterSurprised <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> didn't win an Emmy last night for Orphan Black, but it kind of proves a point about these award shows. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pointless?src=hash">#pointless</a>
—@williamsbaSome thought her ability to play so many characters should have earned her the Emmy
Tatiana Maslany who plays dozens of VERY different characters on Orphan Black was robbed of an Emmy last night 😒 <a href="http://t.co/iIMy7yXiWU">pic.twitter.com/iIMy7yXiWU</a>
—@KevinLagangThe length of <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> 's entry in the list of Actress nominees for Drama pretty much says it all <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emmys?src=hash">#Emmys</a> <a href="http://t.co/ja07o43ndG">pic.twitter.com/ja07o43ndG</a>
—@sarahwarnWondering how many more clones does <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> have to play to get the recognition she deserves! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OrphanBlack?src=hash">#OrphanBlack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MaybeNextTime?src=hash">#MaybeNextTime</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emmys?src=hash">#Emmys</a>
—@EuniceMaxtatiana maslany deserves an emmy more than other actress she played so many people on orphan black
—@fuckinpieterseHow is it even possible that Tatiana Maslany didn't win the Emmy? She flawlessly plays over 5 characters every season.
—@TaliThomasonWell I love <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> regardless. I think she didn't win bc they didn't have six trophies for her.
—@TheGoodMarinerIt saddens me how The Emmys continue to overlook Tatiana Maslany for an award. For God's sake, she has played about 10 different chatacters
—@Cod3prim3<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TatianaMaslany?src=hash">#TatianaMaslany</a> deserved to win the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emmys2015?src=hash">#Emmys2015</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> To play all those characters and make them all endearing! Wow! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OrphanBlack?src=hash">#OrphanBlack</a>
—@pokopoko14Others still offered the Regina star congratulations
Couldn't be prouder of my friend <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> at the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emmys?src=hash">#Emmys</a> tonight. She was her usual self and made us all so very proud.
—@joshvokeySo proud of my buddy <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a>. The world is still waking up to your brilliance. xox
—@TheBruunAward or not, <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> is still insanely talented! ♥ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emmys2015?src=hash">#Emmys2015</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OrphanBlack?src=hash">#OrphanBlack</a>
—@amipatel91<a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> I'm always so proud of you ❤️ and thank you for everything you do, you're my hero! x
—@palynathiswayThere was also a lot of hope for the future
Now...I'm gonna need <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> to be nominated in ALL the categories next year! Got it, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emmys?src=hash">#Emmys</a>? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BestActress?src=hash">#BestActress</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BestSupportingActress?src=hash">#BestSupportingActress</a>
—@mdoolittleA little sad that <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> didn't win an Emmy but I'm so damn proud of her for being nominated! And there's always next year!
—@WeTheJanou<a href="https://twitter.com/Eff4_Farah">@Eff4_Farah</a> it's ok, <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> young, she's gonna win one day.
—@adherantbodhiI love LOVE Viola Davis, but reckon <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> deserved it as she shows incredible range year after year. Emmys 2016 will be hers!
—@tessamaeharriseven if you didnt win we love you and you're the best to me <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a>
—@strengthvatoSmile even though <a href="https://twitter.com/tatianamaslany">@tatianamaslany</a> didn't win an Emmy last night. There's always next year 😊 <a href="https://twitter.com/OrphanBlack">@OrphanBlack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cloneclub?src=hash">#cloneclub</a> <a href="http://t.co/AM7b8XvXm4">pic.twitter.com/AM7b8XvXm4</a>
—@OuttaMyMindBBL