Top 10 2008 Snubs

While we certainly don’t want to take anything away from the good folks who received their well-deserved Emmy nods today, we have to admit we were seriously shocked to find out some of our favorites were ignored. Click through this slideshow to see Yahoo! TV’s picks for the Top 10 2008 Emmy Snubs.Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

It’s been a bad week for Jimmy Kimmel. First, he and his girlfriend of five years, Sarah Silverman, announced they had broken up, and now he’s been snubbed by Emmy voters! While the infamous Matt Damon and Ben Affleck homemade videos got their own nods, you just can't ignore the man (and the show) behind the funny.ABC - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

No noms! Are you kidding? With the addition of the devious Dana Delany, Marcia Cross’ continued mania, and Eva Longoria Parker’s commitment to comedy, the Desperate Housewives cast returned to form in its fantastic fourth season. Creator and head writer Marc Cherry obviously opted for a little less mystery and a lot more laughs this time around, and the ladies of Wisteria Lane lapped it up. Unfortunately, it looks like the Academy didn’t. ABC/Andrew Eccles - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

This was the Academy's last chance to make it right after ignoring five seasons of tough, brilliant, and nail-biting drama on HBO's The Wire … and they blew it. Although the show's final season was (admittedly) not its greatest, the acting was better than ever. Couldn’t they have honored Wendell Pierce who played Bunk, the hard-drinking but ethical detective, or Michael K. Williams and his portrayal of fan favorite Omar, the vigilante with the unlikely moral code? Apparently not. Heartbreak again for “Wire” fans around the world.HBO/Nicole Rivelli - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

Yes, it’s Vanessa Williams’ category to win or lose again this year, but the brilliant Becki Newton steals each and every scene she’s in as the outrageously awful Amanda Tanen, MODE’s front desk diva on Ugly Betty. When she and her trusty gay sidekick Marc St. James team up to battle Betty, or simply slack off in order to grouch about the guys in their lives, we always end up doubled over in hysterics. ABC/Bob D'Amico - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

No way! This could very possibly be the greatest snub of them all! How could Battlestar Galactica NOT be nominated for Best Drama? The cinematic Sci Fi show wows us on a weekly basis with its flawless combination of butt-kicking action, political intrigue, religious debates, hottie cyborgs, and more “OMG!” moments per episode than any of the actual nominees had in their entire seasons.SciFi Channel/Art Streiber - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

David Duchovny makes his triumphant return to primetime as troubled novelist Hank Moody in HBO’s bold and bawdy Californication. We believe the former X-Filer was robbed of additional accolades by the uptight voters, who clearly didn’t appreciate his performance -- not to mention his recent Golden Globe win.Showtime/Kirk Edwards - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

Off with their heads! How could Emmy voters overlook one of television’s most spectacular and gripping period dramas? With its gorgeous sets and costumes, stellar acting, and well-crafted stories, Showtime’s The Tudors is what Emmy statuettes were made for. At least it received its due appreciation from fans (huge turn out for the season finale) and the Golden Globes (nominations for Best TV Drama and Jonathan Rhys Meyers).Showtime/Francois Rousseau - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

Yes, the show wasn’t nearly as good in its second season. Yes, the ratings are in the toilet. Yes, the network has moved its timeslot back and forth. But despite the drama on and off the set, this critically-acclaimed saga about a small Texas town and its fractured football team is probably the best in the biz even when it isn’t at its best. With perfect performances by each and every Friday Night Lights cast member, including the breath-taking Connie Britton and Kyle Chandler, this underdog undoubtedly deserved to be recognized with a nomination.NBC/Mitch Haaseth - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

Eddie Izzard and Minnie Driver may play thieving cons to perfection in this underappreciated FX series, but it’s the program that was ultimately robbed of a nod. Now that “The Sopranos” is gone for good, The Riches has the best crime family on television.FX - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM

Thank goodness our girl Kathy Griffin is returning to defend her title in the category; however, we were hoping that the rowdy redhead would have to face off against the crispy-coiffed cast from The Real Housewives of Orange County. Who cares if it’s the ultimate guilty pleasure? The lives led behind the gates of Coto de Caza are beyond intriguing. From Lauri’s lavish wedding to Jeana’s battle with the bulge to Vicki’s utter insanity and the introduction of the self-proclaimed “hottest housewife” Tamra, we are officially obsessed with these fabulous females and their freaky families.Bravo/Peter Tangen - Thursday, July, 17, 2008, 6:17 PM