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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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Beyoncé has won her first Primetime Emmy Award, collecting one of the biggest honors in entertainment, and taking another step toward the coveted EGOT status.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
When asked about how the EGOT winner finds her happy place, Hudson, 43, mentioned a few things that bring her joy — including Common, 53.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Common, also known as Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr., also praised his boo for her talent, which has earned her EGOT status —a rare accomplishment among many artists.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
Cristin Milioti has a whole lotta of EGOT action going on.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 30 July 2025
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
When asked about how the EGOT winner finds her happy place, Hudson, 43, mentioned a few things that bring her joy — including Common, 53.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Common, also known as Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr., also praised his boo for her talent, which has earned her EGOT status —a rare accomplishment among many artists.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
Cristin Milioti has a whole lotta of EGOT action going on.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 30 July 2025
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“EGOT.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/EGOT. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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