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5 people and shows who don't deserve their Golden Globe nominations - sorry
5 people and shows who don't deserve their Golden Globe nominations - sorry
Libby TorresFeb 4, 2021, 03:55 IST
James Corden, Lily Collins, and Glenn Close were all nominated for Golden Globes this year.Netflix, Carole Bethuel/Netflix, and Lacey Terrell/Netflix
The nominees for the 78th annual Golden Globes were announced on Wednesday.
Numerous stars and shows like "Emily in Paris" received nominations, despite being subpar.
Here are 5 nominees who aren't worthy of their Golden Globe nods.
The nominees for the 78th annual Golden Globe Awards were announced on Wednesday, and some surprising shows and stars made the cut - despite being almost universally panned by critics and audiences.
Netflix's soapy drama "Emily in Paris" received several nominations, including a best actress nod for star Lily Collins.
And James Corden's over-the-top performance in the musical adaptation "The Prom" also garnered him a nomination, even though numerous people took issue with his flamboyant interpretation of a gay character.
Some nominees were definitely deserving, but others, not so much.
Keep reading for the five people and shows who didn't deserve their Golden Globe nods this year - sorry.
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James Corden's stereotypical performance in "The Prom" wasn't worthy of a Golden Globe nomination.
Andrew Rannells, James Corden, and Meryl Streep star in "The Prom."
Netflix
Nominating Aaron Sorkin for directing "The Trial of the Chicago 7" was unnecessary.
Sacha Baron Cohen and Jeremy Strong star in "The Trial of the Chicago 7."
Netflix
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Nominating Lily Collins for her turn as the maddeningly bland title character on "Emily in Paris" was a mistake.
Lily Collins stars on "Emily in Paris."
Netflix
And the show itself was hardly worth a nomination, either.
Lily Collins and Lucas Bravo star on "Emily in Paris."
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Glenn Close's performance in "Hillbilly Elegy" was clichéd at best.
Glenn Close in "Hillbilly Elegy."
Lacey Terrell/Netflix