Jerry Seinfeld's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jerry Seinfeld.

Jerry Seinfeld is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer renowned for his observational comedy. He achieved widespread fame as a semi-fictionalized version of himself in the sitcom 'Seinfeld' (1989–1998), co-created and written with Larry David, winning a Golden Globe. 'Seinfeld' is celebrated as one of the most successful sitcoms ever. Post-'Seinfeld,' he created and produced 'The Marriage Ref,' hosted the web series 'Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee' (earning three Webby Awards), and co-wrote and starred in the animated film 'Bee Movie' and the Netflix comedy 'Unfrosted'.

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

1994: Honorary Doctorate from Queens College

In 1994, Jerry Seinfeld received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Queens College.

1995: Golden Globe Award

In 1995, Jerry Seinfeld won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy for his role in "Seinfeld".

2004: Earnings from Seinfeld and Other Ventures

As of 2004, Jerry Seinfeld's cumulative earnings from Seinfeld were $267 million, making him the highest-paid celebrity that year, and he earned $100 million from syndication deals and stand-up performances.

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2004: Comedy Central's Ranking

In 2004, Comedy Central named Jerry Seinfeld the 12th-greatest stand-up comedian of all time.

June 2009: Earnings Between June 2008 and June 2009

Between June 2008 and June 2009, Jerry Seinfeld earned $85 million, becoming the world's highest-paid comedian.

2014: Clio Awards Speech and Don Rickles Special

In 2014, Jerry Seinfeld delivered a speech at the Clio Awards ceremony, receiving media attention for his commentary on the advertising industry. Also in 2014, he hosted "Don Rickles: One Night Only" at the Apollo Theatre, a special celebrating Don Rickles.

2015: Forbes Ranked Seinfeld the Highest-Paid Comedian

In 2015, Forbes ranked Jerry Seinfeld as the highest-paid comedian.

June 2016: June 2017: Ranked Second-Highest-Paid

Between June 2016 and June 2017, Jerry Seinfeld's income was $69 million, making him the second-highest-paid comedian.

June 2017: Forbes Ranked Seinfeld the Highest-Paid Comedian

Between June 2016 and June 2017, Jerry Seinfeld was again ranked the highest-paid comedian by Forbes.

2017: Rolling Stone's Ranking

In 2017, Rolling Stone named Jerry Seinfeld the 7th-greatest stand-up comedian of all time.

2018: "Jerry Before Seinfeld" Grammy Nomination

In 2018, Jerry Seinfeld's stand-up special "Jerry Before Seinfeld" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album.

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May 12, 2024: Duke University Commencement Address

On May 12, 2024, Jerry Seinfeld delivered a commencement address and received an honorary degree at Duke University, where he was booed and protested by students.

2024: Declared a billionaire

In 2024, Bloomberg declared Jerry Seinfeld a billionaire, with his net worth exceeding US$1 billion due to sitcom syndication deals, including $465 million from those deals.

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