John Mulaney's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

John Mulaney is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer known for his work on Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 2008 to 2013. He wrote for various sketches and co-created the popular character Stefon with Bill Hader. Mulaney has hosted SNL six times, earning membership into the SNL Five-Timers Club. His comedy often draws from personal experiences and observations, delivered with a distinctive observational style.

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

September 22, 2005: Start of Sobriety

In a 2014 interview, John Mulaney said he had been sober since September 22, 2005.

2008: Peabody Award Win

In 2009, John Mulaney won a Peabody Award alongside the writers of Saturday Night Live for their satirical work on the 2008 United States presidential election.

2009: Peabody Award Win

In 2009, John Mulaney won a Peabody Award alongside the writers of Saturday Night Live for their satirical work on the 2008 United States presidential election.

2011: Emmy Award Win for Justin Timberlake Monologue

In 2011, John Mulaney won his first Emmy Award for co-writing the song "Justin Timberlake Monologue" with Seth Meyers and Justin Timberlake, which aired on Saturday Night Live.

2018: Emmy Award Win for Kid Gorgeous

In 2018, John Mulaney won his second Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special for his standup special John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City.

May 2021: Return to Stand-Up Comedy

In May 2021, John Mulaney returned to stand-up comedy, working out new material titled "John Mulaney: From Scratch".

February 26, 2022: Joins Saturday Night Live's Five-Timers Club

On February 26, 2022, John Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the fifth time and joined Saturday Night Live's Five-Timers Club, with Candice Bergen, Tina Fey, Elliott Gould, Paul Rudd, Steve Martin, and Conan O'Brien welcoming him in an on-air sketch.