Melissa McCarthy: Comedy Awards Nominee!

Melissa McCarthy and co-star Billy Gardell attend “An Evening With Mike & Molly” at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences on Thursday (March 8) in North Hollywood, Calif.

The show’s executive producer, Chuck Lorre, and cast members Swoosie Kurt and Katy Mixon also attended the Q&A event.

Melissa is nominated in the Best Film Actress category at the 2012 Comedy Awards for her role in Bridesmaids.

She’s up against Jennifer Aniston (Horrible Bosses), Cameron Diaz (Bad Teacher), Emma Stone (Crazy, Stupid, Love), and her Bridesmaids co-star Kristen Wiig.

Find out who wins when the award show airs on Comedy Central on May 6!

10+ pictures inside of Melissa McCarthy at “An Evening With Mike & Molly“…