Jerry Seinfeld's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Jerry Seinfeld is a highly acclaimed American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer known for his observational comedy. He has earned significant recognition, including a Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Award, and multiple Screen Actors Guild Awards, along with Grammy nominations. He has consistently been ranked among the greatest stand-up comedians, securing positions in Comedy Central's and Rolling Stone's lists of all-time greats.

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

1994: Receives 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 a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy for his role in "Seinfeld".

2004: Highest Paid Celebrity

According to Forbes magazine, as of 2004, Seinfeld's cumulative earnings from "Seinfeld" were $267 million, making him the highest-paid celebrity that year. Seinfeld also earned $100 million from syndication deals and stand-up performances.

June 2009: Highest Paid Comedian

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

2014: Hosted Don Rickles: One Night Only

In 2014, Seinfeld hosted the special "Don Rickles: One Night Only" at the Apollo Theatre, which celebrated Don Rickles' career and served as a roast among friends.

2015: Highest Paid Comedian

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

June 2016: Second-Highest Paid Comedian

In 2016, Forbes ranked Seinfeld as the second-highest-paid comedian.

June 2017: Highest Paid Comedian

In 2017, Forbes ranked Seinfeld as the highest-paid comedian again. Seinfeld's income between June 2016 and June 2017 was $69 million.

2018: "Jerry Before Seinfeld" nominated for Grammy

In 2018, "Jerry Before Seinfeld" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album.

May 12, 2024: Delivering Commencement Address at Duke University

On May 12, 2024, Jerry Seinfeld delivered a commencement address and received an honorary degree at Duke University. During the speech, some students booed, waved Palestinian flags, and walked out in protest.