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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 voice cast sees Emmy nominee Mckenna Grace reprising her lead role as Skye, joined by EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson and popular comedian Fortune Feimster.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2025
Could her role in 80 for Brady finally complete her EGOT?
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2025
With only an Oscar win standing between her and EGOT status, Erivo has become one of the most accomplished performers of her generation.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 19 Feb. 2025
Erivo is just an Oscar win away from the coveted EGOT status, which are those who have wonEmmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN, 19 Feb. 2025
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2025
Could her role in 80 for Brady finally complete her EGOT?
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2025
With only an Oscar win standing between her and EGOT status, Erivo has become one of the most accomplished performers of her generation.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 19 Feb. 2025
Erivo is just an Oscar win away from the coveted EGOT status, which are those who have wonEmmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN, 19 Feb. 2025
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“EGOT.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/EGOT. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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