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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.Amanda Prahl

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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 Brooks — the director and writer of such defining comedies as Young Frankenstein, HIgh Anxiety and Blazing Saddles — is an EGOT, among a litany of other accolades. Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2025 Jennifer Hudson Jennifer Hudson brought her EGOT glam to the show in a classic black dress with statement shoulders, sparkly shoes and over $270,000 worth of Jared Atelier natural diamonds, totaling 46 carats, including this $85,000 diamond necklace. Jackie Fields, People.com, 10 June 2025 The night's host is an incredible performer who just happens to be one Oscar short of an EGOT. Melissa Locker, Time, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for EGOT

Word History

Etymology

from initial letters of emmy, grammy, oscar entry 1, tony

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of EGOT was in 1984

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“EGOT.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/EGOT. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

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