Golden Globes established its reputation for unpredictable TV picks when Keri Russell won for Felicity

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The Globes usually nominated and awarded predictable network fare before Russell earned an Emmy for her performance on Felicity in January 1999, shortly after the J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves drama premiered on The WB. Felicity was also nominated for best drama series. "The implications for Felicity’s win were huge," says Joe Reid. "The WB had its first major statue winner, and while it would continue to struggle for industry respect well beyond its transition into the CW, the Golden Globes could be counted on every now and then to award one of its breakthrough stars, like Gina Rodriguez in 2014 and Rachel Bloom in 2015."