Woody Harrelson's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Woody Harrelson. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Woody Harrelson is an American actor who rose to fame as Woody Boyd on the sitcom Cheers, earning him a Primetime Emmy Award. He has garnered critical acclaim and three Academy Award nominations for his roles in The People vs. Larry Flynt (Best Actor), The Messenger, and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (both for Best Supporting Actor). Harrelson is recognized for his diverse acting abilities, spanning comedy and drama.
1989: Emmy Award Win
In 1989, Woody Harrelson won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his role on Cheers.
1994: Won Golden Raspberry Award
In 1994, Woody Harrelson won the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor for his role in 1993's "Indecent Proposal".
1996: Oscar Nomination for The People vs. Larry Flynt
In 1996, Woody Harrelson received a Best Actor Oscar nomination for his role as Larry Flynt in "The People vs. Larry Flynt".
1999: Drew Chess Game Against Garry Kasparov
In 1999, in Prague, Woody Harrelson drew against World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov in a chess match, employing the Parham Attack with assistance from chess Grandmasters.
October 2009: Received Honorary Degree from York University
In October 2009, Woody Harrelson was given an honorary degree by York University for his contributions in environmental education, sustainability, and activism.
2009: Oscar Nomination for The Messenger
In 2009, Woody Harrelson received a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination for his role in "The Messenger".
2009: Praised for Role in The Messenger
In 2009, Woody Harrelson received significant praise and award nominations for his role as Captain Tony Stone in The Messenger, and he co-starred in Zombieland.
April 2010: Lawsuit Dismissed
In April 2010, the lawsuit filed against Woody Harrelson by a TMZ photographer was dismissed.
2011: Featured on PETA Postage Stamp
In 2011, Woody Harrelson appeared on a postage stamp as one of PETA's 20 famous vegetarians.
2011: Rampart Release
Woody Harrelson received a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead for Rampart in 2011.
2012: Emmy Nomination for Game Change
In 2012, Woody Harrelson received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his portrayal of Steve Schmidt in the HBO film Game Change.
2012: Emmy Nominations for Frasier and Game Change
In 2012, Woody Harrelson received two more Emmy nominations: for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for Frasier, and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie for Game Change.
2012: Named PETA's Sexiest Vegetarian
In 2012, Woody Harrelson was named PETA's Sexiest Vegetarian, along with Jessica Chastain.
2014: Received Honorary Doctorate
In 2014, Woody Harrelson was awarded an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters (DHL) from Hanover College.
2017: Oscar Nomination for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
In 2017, Woody Harrelson received a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination for his role in "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri".
