Emmys 2011: The complete winners list

Mad Men won its fourth consecutive Emmy and Modern Family claimed its second at the 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday that aired live on Fox.
Despite other predictable wins like Kate Winslet for Mildred Pierce, The Amazing Race for best competition reality show and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart winning for its ninth straight year, the three-hour ceremony hosted by Glee’s Jane Lynch featured plenty of first-time victors: Peter Dinklage won for Game of Thrones, Kyle Chandler for Friday Night Lights, Martin Scorsese for directing Boardwalk Empire, Barry Pepper for The Kennedys and veteran film and TV actress Margo Martindale for the FX drama Justified. “Sometimes, things just take time,” she said, fighting back tears. “With time comes great appreciation.”
Julie Bowen also won her first Emmy for Modern Family, but viewers probably didn’t hear her speech because they were too busy staring at her very low-cut dress. Her win was immediately followed by a prize for her on-camera hubby (and first-time victor) Ty Burrell, who performed a well-received stand-up act instead of muttering a bunch of ho-hum thank-yous. Early in the show, the ABC comedy also dominated in the directing and writing categories, prompting Lynch to quip, “Welcome back to the Modern Family awards!”

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Emmy winners: surprise hauls for Modern Family and Downton

UPDATED: Read what the cast of "Modern Family" and "Mad Men," as well as "Mildred Pierce's" Kate Winslet and "The Big Bang Theory's" Jim Parsons had to say backstage about their Emmy wins.

Modern Family took home the first four awards of the night, with The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons beating The Office's Steve Carell for the lead actor in a comedy series prize. Melissa McCarthy, of CBS' Mike & Molly, surprised the audience when she topped Tina Fey and Laura Linney for the top actress in a comedy honor.
The biggest surprise was Friday Night Lights' Kyle Chandler, beating out Mad Men's Jon Hamm and Boardwalk Empire's Steve Buscemi. But it was ultimately Modern Family and Mad Men taking the top awards for comedy and drama series, respectively.
Mad Men, outstanding drama series: “I have not absorbed that yet,” creator Matthew Weiner told reporters backstage Sunday when someone noted that Mad Men was one of only a few shows to win the drama award four times. “I’m a huge fan of TV and watched all those shows … it’s hard to comprehend that we’re in that company, it really is.”
Jim Parsons of The Big Bang Theory, outstanding lead actor in a comedy series: The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons made it two-for-two in the lead actor in a comedy category, bringing home his second trophy for his role as anal-retentive science guru Sheldon Cooper. Backstage, he noted that he had no idea that Charlie Sheen would be presenting the category and noted that after winning, his exchange was sweet and “banal.” While Parsons was the reigning winner in the category, the actor – and his mother – both felt that it was Steve Carell’s year to take home the statuette.
“That’s really who I thought it would be,” he told reporters. “I felt it would be anybody but me and Steve had a better chance than anyone. That’s what my mother and other prognosticators had said.” Parsons also told THR that he swapped text messages with co-star and fellow category nominee Johnny Galecki. “He mentioned to me that it was a butterfly-making day and had been on and off the treadmill several times,” Parsons noted. “I texted back and said it was nerve-wracking and that the treadmill definitely helps, though the elpitical machine helped me.” -- Lesley Goldberg

UPDATED: Read what the cast of "Modern Family" and "Mad Men," as well as "Mildred Pierce's" Kate Winslet and "The Big Bang Theory's" Jim Parsons had to say backstage about their Emmy wins.

Modern Family took home the first four awards of the night, with The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons beating The Office's Steve Carell for the lead actor in a comedy series prize. Melissa McCarthy, of CBS' Mike & Molly, surprised the audience when she topped Tina Fey and Laura Linney for the top actress in a comedy honor.
The biggest surprise was Friday Night Lights' Kyle Chandler, beating out Mad Men's Jon Hamm and Boardwalk Empire's Steve Buscemi. But it was ultimately Modern Family and Mad Men taking the top awards for comedy and drama series, respectively.
Mad Men, outstanding drama series: “I have not absorbed that yet,” creator Matthew Weiner told reporters backstage Sunday when someone noted that Mad Men was one of only a few shows to win the drama award four times. “I’m a huge fan of TV and watched all those shows … it’s hard to comprehend that we’re in that company, it really is.”
Jim Parsons of The Big Bang Theory, outstanding lead actor in a comedy series: The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons made it two-for-two in the lead actor in a comedy category, bringing home his second trophy for his role as anal-retentive science guru Sheldon Cooper. Backstage, he noted that he had no idea that Charlie Sheen would be presenting the category and noted that after winning, his exchange was sweet and “banal.” While Parsons was the reigning winner in the category, the actor – and his mother – both felt that it was Steve Carell’s year to take home the statuette.
“That’s really who I thought it would be,” he told reporters. “I felt it would be anybody but me and Steve had a better chance than anyone. That’s what my mother and other prognosticators had said.” Parsons also told THR that he swapped text messages with co-star and fellow category nominee Johnny Galecki. “He mentioned to me that it was a butterfly-making day and had been on and off the treadmill several times,” Parsons noted. “I texted back and said it was nerve-wracking and that the treadmill definitely helps, though the elpitical machine helped me.” -- Lesley Goldberg

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Emmy Awards 2011: Complete winners list

UPDATED: Read what the cast of "Modern Family" and "Mad Men," as well as "Mildred Pierce's" Kate Winslet and "The Big Bang Theory's" Jim Parsons had to say backstage about their Emmy wins.

Modern Family took home the first four awards of the night, with The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons beating The Office's Steve Carell for the lead actor in a comedy series prize. Melissa McCarthy, of CBS' Mike & Molly, surprised the audience when she topped Tina Fey and Laura Linney for the top actress in a comedy honor.
The biggest surprise was Friday Night Lights' Kyle Chandler, beating out Mad Men's Jon Hamm and Boardwalk Empire's Steve Buscemi. But it was ultimately Modern Family and Mad Men taking the top awards for comedy and drama series, respectively.
Mad Men, outstanding drama series: “I have not absorbed that yet,” creator Matthew Weiner told reporters backstage Sunday when someone noted that Mad Men was one of only a few shows to win the drama award four times. “I’m a huge fan of TV and watched all those shows … it’s hard to comprehend that we’re in that company, it really is.”
Jim Parsons of The Big Bang Theory, outstanding lead actor in a comedy series: The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons made it two-for-two in the lead actor in a comedy category, bringing home his second trophy for his role as anal-retentive science guru Sheldon Cooper. Backstage, he noted that he had no idea that Charlie Sheen would be presenting the category and noted that after winning, his exchange was sweet and “banal.” While Parsons was the reigning winner in the category, the actor – and his mother – both felt that it was Steve Carell’s year to take home the statuette.
“That’s really who I thought it would be,” he told reporters. “I felt it would be anybody but me and Steve had a better chance than anyone. That’s what my mother and other prognosticators had said.” Parsons also told THR that he swapped text messages with co-star and fellow category nominee Johnny Galecki. “He mentioned to me that it was a butterfly-making day and had been on and off the treadmill several times,” Parsons noted. “I texted back and said it was nerve-wracking and that the treadmill definitely helps, though the elpitical machine helped me.” -- Lesley Goldberg

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UPDATED: Read what the cast of "Modern Family" and "Mad Men," as well as "Mildred Pierce's" Kate Winslet and

UPDATED: Read what the cast of "Modern Family" and "Mad Men," as well as "Mildred Pierce's" Kate Winslet and "The Big Bang Theory's" Jim Parsons had to say backstage about their Emmy wins.

Modern Family took home the first four awards of the night, with The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons beating The Office's Steve Carell for the lead actor in a comedy series prize. Melissa McCarthy, of CBS' Mike & Molly, surprised the audience when she topped Tina Fey and Laura Linney for the top actress in a comedy honor.
The biggest surprise was Friday Night Lights' Kyle Chandler, beating out Mad Men's Jon Hamm and Boardwalk Empire's Steve Buscemi. But it was ultimately Modern Family and Mad Men taking the top awards for comedy and drama series, respectively.
Mad Men, outstanding drama series: “I have not absorbed that yet,” creator Matthew Weiner told reporters backstage Sunday when someone noted that Mad Men was one of only a few shows to win the drama award four times. “I’m a huge fan of TV and watched all those shows … it’s hard to comprehend that we’re in that company, it really is.”
Jim Parsons of The Big Bang Theory, outstanding lead actor in a comedy series: The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons made it two-for-two in the lead actor in a comedy category, bringing home his second trophy for his role as anal-retentive science guru Sheldon Cooper. Backstage, he noted that he had no idea that Charlie Sheen would be presenting the category and noted that after winning, his exchange was sweet and “banal.” While Parsons was the reigning winner in the category, the actor – and his mother – both felt that it was Steve Carell’s year to take home the statuette.
“That’s really who I thought it would be,” he told reporters. “I felt it would be anybody but me and Steve had a better chance than anyone. That’s what my mother and other prognosticators had said.” Parsons also told THR that he swapped text messages with co-star and fellow category nominee Johnny Galecki. “He mentioned to me that it was a butterfly-making day and had been on and off the treadmill several times,” Parsons noted. “I texted back and said it was nerve-wracking and that the treadmill definitely helps, though the elpitical machine helped me.” -- Lesley Goldberg

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emmy winners

UPDATED: Read what the cast of "Modern Family" and "Mad Men," as well as "Mildred Pierce's" Kate Winslet and "The Big Bang Theory's" Jim Parsons had to say backstage about their Emmy wins.

Modern Family took home the first four awards of the night, with The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons beating The Office's Steve Carell for the lead actor in a comedy series prize. Melissa McCarthy, of CBS' Mike & Molly, surprised the audience when she topped Tina Fey and Laura Linney for the top actress in a comedy honor.
The biggest surprise was Friday Night Lights' Kyle Chandler, beating out Mad Men's Jon Hamm and Boardwalk Empire's Steve Buscemi. But it was ultimately Modern Family and Mad Men taking the top awards for comedy and drama series, respectively.
Mad Men, outstanding drama series: “I have not absorbed that yet,” creator Matthew Weiner told reporters backstage Sunday when someone noted that Mad Men was one of only a few shows to win the drama award four times. “I’m a huge fan of TV and watched all those shows … it’s hard to comprehend that we’re in that company, it really is.”
Jim Parsons of The Big Bang Theory, outstanding lead actor in a comedy series: The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons made it two-for-two in the lead actor in a comedy category, bringing home his second trophy for his role as anal-retentive science guru Sheldon Cooper. Backstage, he noted that he had no idea that Charlie Sheen would be presenting the category and noted that after winning, his exchange was sweet and “banal.” While Parsons was the reigning winner in the category, the actor – and his mother – both felt that it was Steve Carell’s year to take home the statuette.
“That’s really who I thought it would be,” he told reporters. “I felt it would be anybody but me and Steve had a better chance than anyone. That’s what my mother and other prognosticators had said.” Parsons also told THR that he swapped text messages with co-star and fellow category nominee Johnny Galecki. “He mentioned to me that it was a butterfly-making day and had been on and off the treadmill several times,” Parsons noted. “I texted back and said it was nerve-wracking and that the treadmill definitely helps, though the elpitical machine helped me.” -- Lesley Goldberg

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Batman the Super Hero

Batman was first mentioned in Detective Comics #26 in 1939. He first appeared an issue later, and the comic 'Detective Comics #27' is still the most sort after of all Batman collectibles with a value of $150,000 (Overstreet Guide). A year later in 1940 Batman acquired a sidekick Robin, and his own title.

Pictuerd right: Batman Comic No.1

As with Detective Comics, the title was drawn by Bob Kane and written by Bill Fingers. Since then Batman has appeared in thousands of comics, TV series, cartoons, films and has spawned thousands of toys, games, watches, sculptures, action figures and more.

 Batman continues to be one of DC's top comic characters still featuring in several titles. The main Batman title has had many directions and notable story lines such as Year One when Batman returned to his darker side and the comic featured some of its strongest and most powerful story lines, and in 1988 when 'a Death in the Family' caused headlines worldwide.

It featured the death of Robin, the second Robin Jason Todd. Two versions of issue #428 were produced, one featuring an injured Robin and in the other he was killed. Fans were allowed to vote in issue #427 and Robin lost by just 72 votes. Robin was killed by the Joker, the original Robin, Dick Grayson had moved on and was to become another character Nightwing.
 Strong villains and story lines have helped Batman endure and these characters especially The Joker have many collectible lines in their own right. Outside of comics, action figures are one of the largest collectible lines. Companies such as Kenner and Hasbro have been producing Batman action figures for a number of years relating to the films and cartoon series. Pictured right is Underwater Assault Batman from The Legends of the Dark Knight series. Vehicles, especially the Batmobile and playsets which accompany the figures are often the least bought and so most collectible.

Pictuerd left: Batman Year One

Tin toys are very collectible, notably those created by Japanese manufacturers who excel at producing this type of toy. Pictured left is a clockwork toy made by Biliken and released for the 1989 Batman movie. The piece is already highly collectible, as is the Joker version released at the same time. Early mechanical toys from the 1950s and 1960s are very sort after and fine examples in good packaging can fetch a premium.

Pictuerd right: Batman Action Figurer

The array of Batman collectibles is amazing - from pillow cases to Pez, from cutlery to glasses, from premiums given away with cereals to Batman cola, from lunch boxes to puppets, from candy to crisps, and from tooth brush holders to cookie jars. Pictured right is a Cookie Jar that was available in Warner Bros stores.

Pictuerd left: Batman Tin Toy

In recent years with the advent of more Warner Bros stores, Batman merchandise has become easier to find. Many of the store lines have relatively short runs and some are often related to film tie-ins.

A range of figures featuring Batman, Robin, Two-Face and The Riddler was launched to co-incide with Batman Forever. These were in store for a very short time and are now extremely collectible. Along with mainstream lines the Warner Bros stores also have a gallery area where more limited and special editions are available such as limited edition prints, plates and statues.

Pictuerd right: Batman Cookie Jar

The Batman license is very popular and new products continue to create interest for collectors.

BATMAN FOREVER!!!!!

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