Rarely do 18 exceptionally gifted individuals reach the milestone of EGOT status.
The exclusive club of celebrities who have achieved the coveted EGOT status - winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony - is getting closer to expanding. Several high-profile names are just one award away from joining this prestigious group.
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Jennifer Hudson are among the contenders. Zeta-Jones, who has won an Oscar and a Tony, is seen as close to potentially winning an Emmy due to her recent guest role in Wednesday on Netflix. Hudson, on the other hand, has already secured a Daytime Emmy, an Oscar, two Grammys, and a Tony, putting her just one award shy of a competitive EGOT.
Musicians such as Adele are also in the running, needing only a Tony Award to complete their EGOT. Other notable figures include actors or musicians needing either a Tony or a Grammy, depending on which awards they currently hold.
The list of celebrities one trophy away from EGOT status is constantly evolving, but a recent detailed source provides an expanded list, highlighting the diverse fields that nominees span across - TV, music, film, and theater.
The EGOT status is a recognition of outstanding achievements in these four major entertainment sectors. It is often referred to as a "grand slam" of show business. So far, only 18 individuals have achieved this prestigious status, with Viola Davis being the latest addition at the age of 57.
Notable names still needing one award include Lin-Manuel Miranda (Oscar), Helen Mirren (Grammy), Cyndi Lauper (Oscar), Bette Midler (Oscar), Jessica Lange (Grammy), Al Pacino (Grammy), and Elton John (Emmy).
It's an exciting time for these talented individuals as they strive to join the illustrious ranks of EGOT winners. Keep an eye out for updates as the awards season approaches!
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Jennifer Hudson are among the celebrities who are close to achieving a EGOT, with Zeta-Jones potentially winning an Emmy for her role in 'Wednesday' on Netflix, and Hudson needing just one award to complete her EGOT after securing a Daytime Emmy, an Oscar, two Grammys, and a Tony. Other notables, such as Adele, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Helen Mirren, Cyndi Lauper, Bette Midler, Jessica Lange, Al Pacino, and Elton John, are also in the running for the final award to complete their EGOT.
