Alec Baldwin's show rocks this year's US television's Emmy Awards

The hit new show dominated the comedy side of the US TV Emmy Awards, winning four honours.

The show itself won best series and its stars, Alec Baldwin (pictured top) and Tina Fey, took home the best acting honours. Fey also won the comedy writing award.

There were some British successes too: Dame Eileen Atkins won the award for best supporting actress in a mini-series for her role in Cranford.

Tom Wilkinson, meanwhile, won the award for best supporting actor in a mini-series for John Adams.

Ricky Gervais entertained the crowd with some advice on how to make a good acceptance speech: "Keep it short, particularly if you're not on-screen talent - no one wants to hear from a producer... and don't cry - it's pathetic, it's just an award."

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