Primetime Emmy Awards 2011: Nominees' reactions

4 of 24: Ed O'Neil of 'Modern Family' on being nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Comedy Series:

'After all of these years in the industry, I am so touched and honored to be nominated for the first time for an Emmy Award -- especially on such a great show that I look forward to coming to everyday,' the actor said in a statement obtained by OnTheRedCarpet.com.

This is Ed O'Neil's first Emmy nomination.

(Pictured: Ed O'Neil in a promotional still for 'Modern Family') ( Photo / ABC)