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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 musician's real success though has been as a producer for film, TV, and theater, becoming an EGOT winner in 2018.
—Marcus Jones, EW.com, 2 Feb. 2025
Legend, who has also produced award-winning work in television, film and theatre, became the first Black man in history to reach EGOT status (having an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony) in 2018.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 2 Feb. 2025
Miranda — an Emmy, Grammy and Tony-winner — is an Oscar short of joining an exclusive group of EGOT winners who have at least one of each.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 26 Jan. 2025
This year’s Wicked nom marks the actress’ second shot at an EGOT.
—Zoe G. Phillips, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Jan. 2025
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Marcus Jones, EW.com, 2 Feb. 2025
Legend, who has also produced award-winning work in television, film and theatre, became the first Black man in history to reach EGOT status (having an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony) in 2018.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 2 Feb. 2025
Miranda — an Emmy, Grammy and Tony-winner — is an Oscar short of joining an exclusive group of EGOT winners who have at least one of each.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 26 Jan. 2025
This year’s Wicked nom marks the actress’ second shot at an EGOT.
—Zoe G. Phillips, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Jan. 2025
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“EGOT.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/EGOT. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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