Was Durning nominated for an Emmy his guest performance on NCIS?

It seems you're asking about the actor Charles Durning, known for his roles in films like "The Sting" and "Tootsie."

While Charles Durning did indeed guest star on "NCIS" (in the 2009 episode "Dead Man's Chest"), he was not nominated for an Emmy for this role.

It's worth noting that Charles Durning was a very accomplished actor, having received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career, including three Emmy Award nominations for his work in television.