Chevy Chase's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Chevy Chase, born Cornelius Crane Chase, is a prominent American comedian, actor, and writer. His career took off with his pivotal role in the inaugural season of Saturday Night Live (1975-1976). During his time on SNL, his 'Weekend Update' segment became highly popular. Chase's contributions as both a performer and writer on the show were recognized with two Primetime Emmy Awards from four nominations. He is considered one of the original Not Ready For Prime Time Players.

1962: Graduation as Valedictorian

In 1962, Chevy Chase graduated as valedictorian from the Stockbridge School.

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1976: Won Writers Guild and Primetime Emmy Awards

In 1976, Chevy Chase won a Writers Guild of America Award for "Writing for a Variety Series" for The Smothers Brothers Show and a Primetime Emmy Award for his work on Saturday Night Live's first season.

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1978: Foul Play Release

In 1978, Chevy Chase starred in "Foul Play", a box-office hit that earned him a Golden Globe nomination.

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1978: Nomination for Golden Globe in Foul Play

In 1978, Chevy Chase starred in "Foul Play", for which he received a Golden Globe nomination.

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September 23, 1993: Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

On September 23, 1993, Chevy Chase received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 7021 Hollywood Boulevard.

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1993: Named Hasty Pudding's Man of the Year and received star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 1993, Chevy Chase was named Hasty Pudding's Man of the Year and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 23, 1993.

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1996: Received The Harvard Lampoon's Lifetime Achievement Award

In 1996, Chevy Chase received The Harvard Lampoon's Lifetime Achievement Award.

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1998: Received a Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars

In 1998, Chevy Chase was dedicated a Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars.

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February 2015: Rolling Stone Appraisal

In February 2015, Rolling Stone ranked Chevy Chase tenth in overall importance of all 141 SNL cast members to date.

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