Matt LeBlanc

Matt LeBlanc finally took home a Golden Globe tonight for his work in Episodes, after being nominated three times for playing Joey on Friends all those years ago. In the new series, Matt plays a version of himself and they're currently in the middle of shooting season two in London. When asked about a possible Friends movie, Matt said he doesn't think that is a good idea at all and he's just happy for the writing on his new series. Check it out:

On playing a version of himself: When we started to do the show, my initial reaction was, "What do you mean play myself? I’m not really comfortable with this. We're not doing a documentary." I don't mind being the brunt of a joke if it’s a good joke. So far it's good jokes.

On real Matt Leblanc vs. Episodes Matt LeBlanc: Hopefully the Matt LeBlanc in real life is less damaged. I like to think I have less emotional problems than he does. Hopefully. My job is to make people laugh. If that’s happening than I’ve done my job. It doesn’t really matter if I’m being myself or being the character.

On finally winning, but not for Friends: This is my fourth nomination, I was nominated for the last three years of Friends. When you don’t win you always says it's nice to be nominated, but I gotta say this feels pretty good. Friends was an awesome experience and this is a similar experience. I can't say enough about the writing on the show. I learned my lesson when I did the spin-off, it wasn’t the same. Now I have good writing again and it makes all the difference in the world.

On knowing what is funny: How do I know what's funny? When you read the script if you laugh, chances are it's funny. If you’re rehearsing, if the grips laugh it's probably funny. It nobody’s laughing, it's probably not funny. It’s a pretty simple equation.

Matt LeBlanc is this year's winner for best actor in a TV musical or comedy for Episodes! He beat Alec Baldwin, David Duchovny, Thomas Jane, and Johnny Galecki. Are you surprised with this win?

The Winter TCA got to see the face of an old Friend today, when Matt LeBlanc stopped by for his new Showtime series, Episodes. He was joined by his castmates and showrunners to talk about satirizing himself, the business of Hollywood, and whether Episodes would ever see a Friends reunion.

• LeBlanc talked about being game to play a satirical version of himself, saying, "I don't mind being the punchline if it's a good joke." He did admit that he wasn't totally sure about the concept of playing himself at first, but when it was clear that the Matt LeBlanc of Episodes is a character, and not really him, "that made it OK for me." As far as what's real LeBlanc vs. the show's LeBlanc, he says that it's going to be "more fun for me to not distinguish between the two and let people make up their mind on what's real and what's not real."
• On whether there would ever be a Friends reunion on Episodes akin to the one Curb Your Enthusiasm had for Seinfeld, executive producer and creator David Crane said they wouldn't touch it. "We're not looking to write the other Friends in," Crane said, much to my own disappointment as a Friends fan.
• British actors Stephen Mangan and Tamsin Greig play the writing couple who get sucked into Hollywood to find out that they've been misled by industry types like John Pankow's character, Merck. Asked if they'd had similar experiences as actors, Mangan said he had, and that it made him realize there's "something about the system that's a bit odd." Greig, on the other hand, said that this is her first time working in America and has only had good experiences. "I believe people when they say, 'You're fantastic.'"

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Matt LeBlanc gives his post-Friends career another go in Showtime's upcoming series, Episodes, and he's playing someone who shouldn't be hard to portray: himself! (Or at least it's a version of himself). The show centers around a British couple whose UK hit is turned into a American sitcom with LeBlanc. The problem is that he's constantly butting in with unsolicited advice.

We caught an early promo at the Winter TCA earlier this year, but this new trailer sets up more of the story. Though it's a bit long, it's sure to please Joey fans with at least one "How you doin'?" and a Ross and Rachel reference. As LeBlanc pleads in the preview, "Come on, you gotta help me here. I kind of need this." Indeed, indeed. The series premieres Jan. 9, but take a peek when you read more

From Felicity to Mr. Big's ex-wife, you're sure to recognize some familiar faces popping up in new places on the Fall TV lineup. A few of our favorite Friends are returning in January, while Captain Kirk, Lost-ies, and more are already back on the small screen. Check out the case files on these favorites!

In case you missed it, Joshua Jackson took a trip down memory lane when he brought Pacey Witter back to life with Pacey-Con a couple of weeks ago. The Funny or Die video totally blew up, and Jackson hasn't been able to avoid talking about it since. More than anything else, the idea has made me nostalgic for the days when Dawson's Creek was part of my life. As much as I love seeing Jackson on Fringe, Pacey Witter will always hold a special place in my heart.

In a similar vein, Matt LeBlanc couldn't dodge Friends references and quips about Joey Tribbiani when he was promoting his upcoming show, Episodes, at the TCA last week. He said he still gets called "Joey" on a regular basis, but that he doesn't mind, saying, "My job is to try to make you believe what I'm saying so if people really believe if I'm that character then I've done by job. I take it as a compliment."

Clearly, Friends fans still miss hearing "How you doin'" on a regular basis (although personally I miss Chandler's one-liners even more). Pacey Witter and Joey Tribbiani are just two of thousands of lovable characters we've met over the years, but which ones do you miss the most?

• Will Ferrell made this recruitment video for the NYPD, complete with freeze frame special effects — Funny or Die
• Ferrell is also rumored for a Spanish-language comedy. No joke — The Wrap
• The Real Housewives want more money from Bravo — TV Squad
• Quentin Tarantino is reportedly looking to write and direct The Shadow — Cinematical
• Talks begin for The Girl Who Played With Fire movie — MTV Movies Blog
• Fox picks up a new pilot from Diablo Cody — Collider
• Favorite TV weddings (including George Michael and Maeby's fake one!) — TV.com
• Rainn Wilson pops up in this music video for Ferraby Lionheart — Stereogum
• Lou Ferrigno (aka the Hulk) will guest star on Chuck — Ausiello Files
• First photos from Matt LeBlanc's Showtime series, Episodes — The TV Addict
• Five scandalous TV firsts — TresSugar

The TCA rolled on with presentations from Showtime and The CW yesterday after their star-studded party the night before. Showtime kicked off the morning with The Big C starring Laura Linney and Gabourey Sidibe. Laura spoke passionately about the show and her character, while Gabourey touched on how she still can't believe the past year of her life. The cast of Dexter brought a different tone, as Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter and company gave us hints about Dexter's season five before he sat down with us for an exclusive chat. Last up for the network was Matt LeBlanc's Episodes, in which the Friends star plays a fictional version of himself taking on a new acting gig. The trailer was full of jokes about his beloved sitcom, including a Ross and Rachel reference early on. Matt was adorable on stage talking about getting recognized as Joey daily and when asked if he was the first pick for the part, he was quick to joke, "Schimmer said no. . .so did Perry and Lisa."

We spent the afternoon with The CW checking out their two new shows, Nikita with Shane West and Maggie Q, as well as Ashley Tisdale and Aly Michalka's Hellcats. Then it was time for the really fun stuff, moving onto Gossip Girl in Paris! Josh Schwartz took the stage with Ed Westwick, who represented the cast as the rest stayed behind in NYC to shoot and premiere Chace's movie Twelve. Ed was charming as always, though he gave the juiciest tidbits to us at Wednesday's bash. He and Josh revealed lots of exciting news including whether or not Taylor Momsen will return and who else will be making a comeback. There's still lots more to come, so stay tuned to Buzz on Twitter for updates from the panels!

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