Grey’s Anatomy: Every Award Winner

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Grey’s Anatomy: Every Award Winner

Grey’s Anatomy continues to be one of the most enduring and successful long-running shows of all time. During its 15-year run, the series has been praised for its strong writing, culture-defining characters, and captivating storylines, to the point where it’s earned both critical and popular acclaim, as well as a bevy of honorary awards. Here’s a look at all the accolades Grey’s Anatomy has garnered for ten of its main cast members and its writers and directors, from Golden Globe Awards to the prestigious Peabody Award.

Golden Globe Awards

The Golden Globe Awards are one of the most esteemed honors bestowed on television series, and Grey’s Anatomy has had the good fortune of receiving 11 separate awards over the years.

Chandra Wilson
In 2006 and 2011, Chandra Wilson won the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Series, for her role as Miranda Bailey.

Sandra Oh
In 2006, Sandra Oh achieved a rare feat of winning two Golden Globe Awards in a single year. In one night, she was recognized as Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy and Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Mini-Series, or TV Movie.

Ellen Pompeo
In 2007, Ellen Pompeo won the award for Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama.

Patrick Dempsey
In 2007, Patrick Dempsey snagged the award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy.

Justin Chambers
In 2008, Justin Chambers was honored with the award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Mini-Series, or TV Movie.

KRISTA Vernoff
In 2021, the showrunner of Grey’s Anatomy, KRISTA Vernoff, earned the award for Best Television Series – Drama.

People’s Choice Awards

Since 2005, Grey’s Anatomy has been honored with five People’s Choice Awards as well.

Ellen Pompeo
Three times (2008, 2009, 2011), Ellen Pompeo was honored with the award for Favorite Female TV Star.

Patrick Dempsey
In 2009, Patrick Dempsey won the award for Favorite Male TV Star.

Grey’s Anatomy
In 2010, Grey’s Anatomy itself was the recipient of the award for Favorite TV Drama.

Directors Guild of America Award

In 2019, Grey’s Anatomy was honored with the prestigious Directors Guild of America Award in the category of Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy or Drama Series.

Screen Actors Guild Awards

Grey’s Anatomy has earned three credited Screen Actors Guild Awards, spread across its main cast.

Eric Dane
In 2005, Eric Dane won the award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series.

Chandra Wilson
In 2007, Chandra Wilson saw recognition from the award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series.

Sandra Oh
In 2008, Sandra Oh became the final member of the main cast to be honored with a Screen Actors Guild Award, winning the award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series.

Young Artist Awards

From 2006 to 2009, Grey’s Anatomy saw five of its younger cast members acknowledged with various awards from the Young Artist Awards.

Tessa Thompson
In 2006, Tessa Thompson won the award for Best Performance in a TV Series – Guest Starring Young Actress.

Justin Chambers
In 2006, Justin Chambers won the award for Best Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) – Supporting Young Actor.

Patrick Dempsey
In 2007, Patrick Dempsey earned the award for Best Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) – Leading Young Actor.

Chyler Leigh
In 2008 and 2009, Chyler Leigh won the award for Best Performance in a TV Series – Supporting Young Actress.

Primetime Emmy Awards

The following is a highlight list of the Emmy Awards which have been awarded to Grey’s Anatomy in regards to its writing, directing, and casting.

Chandra Wilson
In 2007, Chandra Wilson earned the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.

Brian Kelheim
In 2007, the episode “It’s the End of the World” saw its writer, Brian Kelheim, winning the award for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series.

Kathy Baker
In 2009, Kathy Baker saw recognition from the award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series.

Kate Burton
In 2009, Kate Burton was graced with the award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan
In 2009, Jeffrey Dean Morgan achieved a similar feat, winning the award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series.

Bob Greenblatt
In 2010, Bob Greenblatt was honored with the award for Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series.

Rob Corn
In 2011 and 2013, Rob Corn was recognized with the award for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series.

Shonda Rhimes
In 2015, the show’s creator, Shonda Rhimes, was honored with the award for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series.

Humanitas Prize

The Humanitas Prize is a prestigious award which holds special meaning given its reverence for shows which promote equity, diversity, and thought-provoking content – all qualities which define Grey’s Anatomy.

Noemi Blager
Most recently in 2020, the episode “Silent All These Years”, which saw the show, and particularly one of its key figures, advocating for sexual assault survivors, was recognized with the Humanitas Prize in the category of 60-minute episodic. The episode’s writer, Noemi Blager, was the dutiful recipient of the honor.

Peabody Award

In 2006, Grey’s Anatomy proved its excellence with a Peabody Award win in the category of Electronic Media.

Grey’s Anatomy’s remarkable ability to touch its viewers has solidified its place amongst the iconic television series of modern day. Its 15-year run saw the show receiving a total of 46 awards for the tribute of its cast, writers and directors. From Golden Globe awards, to Screen Actors Guild awards, and even a Peabody Award, this list of accolades as well as the impact they have made demonstrates the dedicated craftsmanship of its production team, writers, and actors. It’s no surprise that Grey’s Anatomy remains one of the longest running and highest rated series in television history.

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