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: the accomplishment of winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award in one's lifetime
If Gaga does win an Oscar this year, it would bring her one step closer to the ultimate goal: an EGOT, or a collection that includes an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.—
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The two will be joined by surviving Zombies members Rod Argent, Chris White and Hugh Grundy for screenings and Q&A sessions on June 24 and 26 and July 5 in England; the former, in London on Blunstone’s 80th birthday, will be hosted by EGOT winner Tim Rice.
—Gary Graff, Billboard, 24 June 2025
Other notable alumni include Emily in Paris star Ashley Park, The Four Seasons and Just in Time actress Erika Henningsen and Dear Evan Hansen composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (who are recent EGOT winners).
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2025
Many who care about things like EGOT runs believe that prizes like the Jean Hersholt trophy still count toward an entertainer’s roundup of wins, though such thoughts can be controversial.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Where Does Marvel Go Next? Brooks, who holds the coveted title of EGOT, is one of the greatest comedic filmmakers in the history of Hollywood.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 12 June 2025
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Gary Graff, Billboard, 24 June 2025
Other notable alumni include Emily in Paris star Ashley Park, The Four Seasons and Just in Time actress Erika Henningsen and Dear Evan Hansen composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (who are recent EGOT winners).
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2025
Many who care about things like EGOT runs believe that prizes like the Jean Hersholt trophy still count toward an entertainer’s roundup of wins, though such thoughts can be controversial.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Where Does Marvel Go Next? Brooks, who holds the coveted title of EGOT, is one of the greatest comedic filmmakers in the history of Hollywood.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 12 June 2025
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“EGOT.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/EGOT. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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