LOS ANGELES, February 2, 2026 — Steven Spielberg has officially achieved EGOT status, becoming just the 22nd person in history to win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award. The legendary director secured the final piece of the puzzle with a Grammy win on Sunday for producing the documentary Music for John Williams.
A Lifetime of Collaboration Honored
The win celebrates not only Spielberg’s producing talent but also the extraordinary seven-decade career of composer John Williams, whose scores have become the sonic backbone of blockbuster cinema.
- Spielberg’s Grammy win recognizes his work on the documentary Music for John Williams, directed by Laurent Bouzereau.
- Williams has composed the scores for nine of the 25 highest-grossing films of all time at the US box office.
- The director and composer have collaborated on nearly all of Spielberg’s films since 1974’s The Sugarland Express.
- Becoming an EGOT is considered the “grand slam” of show business, a rare feat achieved by only a select few.
The documentary, directed by Laurent Bouzereau, delves into Williams’ prolific career, highlighting the iconic scores he’s crafted for some of cinema’s most beloved franchises. Williams’ music has been integral to the success of nine of the top 25 highest-grossing films ever released in the United States.
What does it take to become an EGOT winner? It requires winning competitive Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Awards – a testament to versatility and sustained excellence across multiple entertainment disciplines.
Spielberg expressed his profound joy, stating, “This acknowledgment means the world to me.” He continued, “This acknowledgment is obviously deeply meaningful to me because it validates what I have known for over 50 years: John Williams’ influence on culture and music is immeasurable and his artistry and legacy is unrivaled. I am proud to be associated with Laurent’s beautiful film,” he said in a statement.
The director’s long-standing creative partnership with Williams began in 1974 with The Sugarland Express. Since then, they’ve collaborated on all but five of Spielberg’s films, forging a cinematic bond that has resonated with audiences for generations.
Spielberg’s EGOT joins a prestigious roster of luminaries including Audrey Hepburn, Mel Brooks, Elton John, and Andrew Lloyd Webber. While 22 individuals have achieved EGOT status through competitive awards, six others – including James Earl Jones and Liza Minnelli – have been recognized with honorary awards celebrating lifetime achievement, such as the Grammy Legend Award.
This Grammy adds to Spielberg’s already impressive collection of accolades: three Oscars, 12 Emmy Awards, and a Tony Award for producing the Broadway hit A Strange Loop.
The term “EGOT” was coined in 1991 by composer and lyricist Richard Sherman, who was seeking a concise way to describe the rare achievement of winning all four major American entertainment awards.
