Homeland won the prestigious award for best drama series, while its female star Claire Danes won best actress in a drama series.

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The star of ABC's "Scandal" picked up a trio of trophies at the 44th annual ceremony: outstanding actress in a drama series for "Scandal, " supporting actress in a motion picture for "Django Unchained" and the President's Award, which is given in recognition of special achievement and exceptional public service.

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Julianna Margulies, star of the CBS drama "The Good Wife, " carried home the Emmy for best lead actress in a drama series.

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Margo Martindale, who portrays Mags Bennett in FX Networks "Justified, " won the Emmy for best supporting actress in a drama series.

CNN: 'Modern Family' takes home five Emmys

Holmes became known to America as an actress on the teen drama TV series "Dawson's Creek, " which aired between 1998 and 2003.

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The show's prizes included best actress for Claire Danes and outstanding drama series.

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