Annie Lennox's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 1, 2025

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Annie Lennox. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Annie Lennox is a Scottish singer-songwriter, political activist, and philanthropist. She rose to fame in the 1980s as one half of the duo Eurythmics, alongside Dave Stewart, after initial success with the band the Tourists. Eurythmics achieved international recognition with hits like "Sweet Dreams," "There Must Be an Angel," "Love Is a Stranger," and "Here Comes the Rain Again." Lennox's androgynous style, showcased notably in the "Sweet Dreams" music video, challenged gender norms and contributed to her iconic status.

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1984: MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist

In 1984, as a member of Eurthymics, Annie Lennox won the MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist.

1987: Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance

In 1987, as a member of Eurythmics, Annie Lennox won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.

1987: Eurythmics Album Savage

In 1987, the Eurythmics album Savage was released accompanied by a video album, both directed by Sophie Muller. The music video for "Missionary Man" also received five nominations at the 1987 MTV Video Music Awards.

1993: Wins Brit Award for Best British Album

In 1993, Annie Lennox's album "Diva" won Best British Album at the Brit Awards.

1996: Wins Grammy Award

In 1996, Annie Lennox won the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for the single "No More 'I Love You's'" from the album "Medusa".

1999: Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music

In 1999, as a member of Eurythmics, Annie Lennox won the Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music.

2002: Receives Billboard Century Award

In 2002, Annie Lennox received a Billboard Century Award; the highest accolade from Billboard magazine.

2004: Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Original Song

In 2004, Annie Lennox received the Golden Globe and the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Into the West", written for the soundtrack to the feature film The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

2004: Academy Award for Best Song

In 2004, Annie Lennox won the Academy Award for Best Song for "Into the West" from "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," which she co-wrote. She also embarked on a North American tour with Sting.

2004: Wins Golden Globe and Academy Award

In 2004, Annie Lennox won the Golden Globe and the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Into the West" from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

2005: Inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame

In 2005, as a member of Eurythmics, Annie Lennox was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame.

November 2009: Peace Summit Award 2009

In November 2009, Annie Lennox was awarded the Peace Summit Award 2009 by the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates for her engagement in the fight against the HIV pandemic in South Africa.

June 2010: UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for AIDS

In June 2010, Annie Lennox was named as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for AIDS, a role she continued to hold as of August 2013.

December 2010: Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

In December 2010, it was confirmed that Annie Lennox was in the New Years Honours List and would become an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in recognition of her humanitarian work.

June 2011: Received OBE from Queen Elizabeth II

On 28 June 2011, Annie Lennox received the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) award from Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace.

2011: Appointed OBE

In 2011, Annie Lennox was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth II for her charity work and humanitarian efforts.

June 2013: Most successful female British artist in UK music history

In June 2013 the Official Charts Company called Annie Lennox "the most successful female British artist in UK music history".

June 2013: Most Successful Female British Artist

In June 2013, the Official Charts Company declared Annie Lennox "the most successful female British artist in UK music history".

November 2013: Music Industry Trusts Award

In November 2013, Annie Lennox received the Music Industry Trusts Award for her career achievements in music and her charity commitments.

2015: Fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors

At the 2015 Ivor Novello Awards Annie Lennox was made a fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors (The Ivors Academy), the first woman to receive the honour.

2015: Fellowship at The Ivors Academy

In 2015, Annie Lennox was made a fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors (The Ivors Academy), the first woman to receive this honor.

2016: Elle Style Awards 'Outstanding Achievement' award and the Royal Scottish Geographical Society Livingstone Medal

In 2016, Annie Lennox was awarded the Elle Style Awards 'Outstanding Achievement' award, and the Royal Scottish Geographical Society award, the Livingstone Medal, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the fight against AIDS and support of women's rights.