Emmys 2021: Kaley Cuoco rejoices as she learns about her first EVER nomination from the TV Academy for The Flight Attendant

Kaley Cuoco was overwhelmed with emotion when she learned about her first ever Emmy nomination on Tuesday morning.

The Big Bang Theory star, 35, revealed her reaction in a candid Instagram video shortly after the nominations were announced, throwing her hands up, clapping and laughing.

'First timer over here,' the star of the Flight Attendant wrote in the caption, where she also thanked the Television Academy 'for a moment I will never forget.'

Though she starred on the hit Big Bang Theory for 12 season, the TV vet never earned an individual nom.

She'll compete against Hacks' Jean Smart, Shrill's Aidy Bryant, Mom's Allison Janney and Black-ish's Tracee Ellis Ross at the September ceremony.

Though Kaley's own honor was a thrill, she was beside herself upon learning the HBO Max show was nominated for top honors like Outstanding Comedy Series.

Cuoco sank to the ground and covered her face with her hands before squealing 'Oh my god!'

'9 nods for team. Thank you thank you to my entire flight crew!!!! Surreal,' she went on. 

Don Cheadle caused a bit of a stir with his reaction, telling 'haters' he was also surprised he was being recognized as outstanding guest actor for a 95-second cameo on The Falcon And The Winter Soldier.

'Thanks, well wishers. sorry, haters. agreed, [shruggers],' Don tweeted. 'i don’t really get it either. buuuuuuuuuut on we go…'

Courteney Cox gushed about the Friends reunion special earning a nod, posting a group shot of the gang along with producer Ben Winston. 

Giving the scene one of the show's signature titles, she captioned the shot saying: 'The one where we are incredibly grateful to the Academy for this honor and especially thankful for @mrbenwinston and his entire team for their outstanding achievement.'

Emily In Paris star Lily Collins couldn't contain her glee, sharing an on-set shot with castmate Ashley Parker and writing: 'We can’t even deal right now. 

'Thank you for all the love and support - @emilyinparis is officially nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series! Sending a big hug to the entire Emily team today!'

She also revealed her real-time reaction on her Instagram Story, sharing a video of herself, Ashley and producer Stephen Joel Brown celebrating while in the middle of shooting the show on location in France.

Musician The Weeknd celebrated his nomination for the 2020 Super Bowl performance in a simple tweet.

Learning he along with Bruce Springsteen, Prince & Bruno Mars are the only male singers to earn Emmy nominations for the halftime show. 

'Great company,' he added, while retweeting the factoid.

Billy Porter shared a statement about his nomination for outstanding actor in a drama series, saying: 'I am honored and humbled to have my work once again be recognized by the academy. 

'I stand at the intersection of art and activism, and I am forever grateful for the healing journey that POSE has been for myself, my colleagues and the world!'

This Is Us star Sterling K. Brown also reacted to his nomination for Lead Actor In A Drama series on Instagram, sharing a heartfelt video message online Tuesday.

'It's been five years now of working with the best people, telling one of the best stories that I've had the privilege of being a part of and to be recognized each of those five years is really kind of awesome,' Brown, 45, said in a Instagram Live video.

'Thank you @televisionacad for this incredible honor! Congrats to @nbcthisis,' he wrote under the video, where he was joined by his sons. 

'Got nominated for 2 Emmys y’all!!!! #ToGodBeTheGlory.'

Sterling went on to give shout out to the West Wing reunion, where he played Chief-Of-Staff Leo McGarry (originally played by the late actor John Spencer) and CNN’s Lincoln: Divided We Stand, which landed him an outstanding narration nod.

'Big up to #WestWing reunion special, & Lincoln: Divided We Stand!' he went on. 'Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your families!'

Hugh Grant was thrilled about his nomination for The Undoing, saying: 'I'm extremely grateful and honoured, but I should point out that I was basically carried all the way by my fellow actors - especially [co-star] Nicole [Kidman].'

Karate Kid OG Ralph Macchio celebrated the spin-off series Cobra Kai's nom for Outstanding Comedy Series, saying: 'Sweet company!... An amazing creative family! Congrats to all!!'

Hamilton talent Daveed Diggs remarked on his outstanding supporting actor in a limited series or a movie nod, writing: 'Wow. Trip. Big love to all the Ham fam, specifically nominated and otherwise.'

'How crazy is it that we got to make a thing that continues to resonate with people so much? Does this mean we get to hang out again soon?'

Castmate Leslie Odom Jr. also got a nomination, sharing: 'I'm very thankful to the Television Academy for this acknowledgment!"

'Reverberations from Lin-Manuel's masterpiece continue to surprise and delight those of us that were lucky enough to be in the original company. So grateful for the support the film has received from audiences and the team at Disney+. What a morning!' 

Jurnee Smollett of Lovecraft Country said she was in 'complete shock,' over the nom but felt 'incredibly humbled and am so grateful for this nomination! 

'I'm tremendously thankful that the show and my amazing cast members were recognized for our work and Misha Green's fearless storytelling. I feel like I'm living my ancestors wildest dreams. It's such an honor.'

Co-star Jonathan Majors was full of gratitude, sharing a statement that said: 'Oh my. Gratitude and surprise are running laps in my heart.

'A full-throated thank you to the nominating body. Thank you for seeing the light in the dark, and the smile in the tears of this character, Atticus Freeman, he is one of my best friends, and I'm glad you all got to meet him as well.

'Playing this role has changed my life, and this nomination is yet another growing and changing moment. I'd like to offer a deep congratulations to my fellow nominees, I am honored to be listed amongst these incredible artists, all who in such a time offered humanity and respite to a historically chaotic year.'

'Finally, to my Lovecraft Country family, congratulations to each and every one of you, I thank you for your spirits, hearts, fight, and support. Our journey continues….'

Lovecraft Country was not picked up for a second season by HBO, but Emmy interest might help the historical-horror series find a home on another network.

Paul Bettany called his acting nod for WandaVision 'fantastic,' writing: 'What fantastic news to wake up to this morning!'

'I'm deeply honoured to have been nominated for what was a dream role for me, and I'm thrilled for all of my WANDAVISION family for the love they received from the academy. And then to see UNCLE FRANK get recognised as well makes this the happiest of mornings.'

Cynthia Erivo said she was 'overwhelmed' by the reception her part as Aretha Franklin on the series Genius: Aretha.

In a statement she said: 'I'm so overwhelmed by this, especially given what it's for. To be nominated amongst not only peers, but friends, is a dream come true. More than anything, it feels like a true celebration of the legacy of Aretha Franklin. I thank the Television Academy for honoring the Queen of Soul.' 

The Handmaid's Tale's O-T Fagbenle celebrated his supporting actor recognition, saying: 'I am so happy for all of the Emmy nominees this morning!' 

'There's been a bounty of impactful television and stories being told on screen over the last year, and I am humbled to play some part in that. Our cast, crew and creatives put so much love into The Handmaid's Tale to bring it to life, it makes me smile to see everybody receive so much love in return!'

The Crown and The Mandalorian came out on top with 24 Emmy nominations each, while the Marvel universe also got bragging rights with runner-up WandaVision.

Emma Corrin, who played Princess Diana Spencer on this season of the Netflix series, told reporters in a statement: 'It Is Absolutely Essential That I See The Queen!' quoting her character from the show. 

'Huge congratulations to my wonderful co-star and mentor Olivia Colman. It's an unbelievable honour to be nominated in this category alongside you and such other wonderfully talented actors.'

Talking up her team and co-star Josh O'Connor, Corrin continued: 'This nomination only exists because of Josh and all my family on The Crown. Every part of my involvement in telling this story has felt like a dream I don't want to wake up from - I'm so happy and so honoured by the recognition. Thank you!'

The 2021 Emmy nominations reinforced the rapid rise of streaming, with the top-nominated scripted shows on services that largely emerged in the past two years. In the top three categories - drama, comedy and limited series - only the NBC show This Is Us snagged a nomination.

Netflix´s The Crown received its fourth nomination for best series, and is likely the streaming service's best chance to win its first-ever top series trophy. 

Ted Lasso and The Flight Attendant were among the best comedy series nominees. Mare of Easttown and I May Destroy You will compete in the best limited series field. 

The list of nominees was announced by Ron Cephas Jones, 64, from the series This Is Us and his daughter Jasmine Cephas Jones, 31, of Hamilton fame, as well as Television Academy Chairman and CEO Frank Scherma. 

The 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards will be hosted by Cedric the Entertainer and will take place at the Microsoft Theatre in LA on September 10.