Gillian Anderson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Gillian Anderson is an American actress, writer, and activist recognized for her diverse roles. She gained prominence as FBI Special Agent Dana Scully in *The X-Files*, Lily Bart in *The House of Mirth*, DSI Stella Gibson in *The Fall*, Jean Milburn in *Sex Education*, and Margaret Thatcher in *The Crown*. Anderson's critically acclaimed performances have earned her two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and four Screen Actors Guild Awards, solidifying her status as a versatile and accomplished performer.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1996: Voted sexiest woman in the world by FHM Magazine

In 1996, FHM Magazine voted Gillian Anderson the sexiest woman in the world.

2006: Wins Broadcasting Press Guild Award

In 2006, Gillian Anderson won the Broadcasting Press Guild Television and Radio Award for Best Actress for her role in Bleak House.

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2009: Named One of the Most Powerful Women in British Theatre

In 2009, Gillian Anderson was named as one of the 20 most powerful women in British theatre and dubbed "The Honorary Brit" by Harper's Bazaar and Tiffany & Co.'s list.

2009: Nominated for Laurence Olivier Award for A Doll's House

In 2009, Gillian Anderson was nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress for her role in A Doll's House.

2010: Named Honorary Associate of The London Film School

In 2010, Gillian Anderson was named Honorary Associate of The London Film School (LFS).

2013: Received City Lit Lifetime Fellowship Award

In 2013, Gillian Anderson received a City Lit Lifetime Fellowship Award for her support and inspiration to adult education provider City Lit and its students.

2014: Wins Evening Standard Theatre Award for A Streetcar Named Desire

In 2014, Gillian Anderson won the Evening Standard Theatre Award for Best Actress for her role as Blanche DuBois in A Streetcar Named Desire.

2016: Second Laurence Olivier Award Nomination

In 2016, Gillian Anderson received a second Laurence Olivier Award nomination for her role as Blanche DuBois in A Streetcar Named Desire.

2016: Appointed Honorary Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE)

In 2016, Gillian Anderson was appointed an honorary Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her services to drama.

2016: Appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire

In 2016, Gillian Anderson was appointed an honorary Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her services to drama.

July 2017: Awarded UCL Honorary Fellowship

In July 2017, Gillian Anderson was awarded a UCL Honorary Fellowship for her support of the International Literacy Centre's Reading Recovery program.

January 2018: Received City Lit Lifetime Fellowship Award

In January 2018, Gillian Anderson was awarded a City Lit Lifetime Fellowship Award by the adult education college City Literary Institute.

2018: Received Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 2018, Gillian Anderson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

2019: Third Laurence Olivier Award Nomination

In 2019, Gillian Anderson received a third Laurence Olivier Award nomination for her role in All About Eve.

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