Washington, Sept 12 : Gwyneth Paltrow has won an Emmy Award for her guest role on the hit US musical comedy `Glee'.

The Washington Post reported that Paltrow beat fellow actress Tina Fey, among others, to be named the Best Guest Actress In A Comedy Series for her role as substitute teacher Holly Holliday, reports Contactmusic.

The 38 year-old actress, however, skipped the Saturday ceremony in Los Angeles.

Meanwhile, Justin Timberlake earned two Emmys for hosting a "Saturday Night Live" episode and co-writing his opening monologue.

But the night's big winner was HBO series `Boardwalk Empire', which netted seven awards, including best casting and cinematography. (ANI)