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 best known for his role as Woody Boyd in the sitcom Cheers, for which he won an Emmy. He has received three Academy Award nominations: Best Actor for The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996), and Best Supporting Actor for The Messenger (2009) and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017). He gained initial recognition on Cheers (1985-1993).

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

1994: Golden Raspberry Award

In 1994, Woody Harrelson won the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor for his role in 1993's Indecent Proposal.

June 1, 1996: Arrest for Hemp Seed Planting

On June 1, 1996, Woody Harrelson was arrested in Lee County, Kentucky, for symbolically planting four hemp seeds to challenge the state law. He was later acquitted.

1996: Nomination for Best Actor Oscar

In 1996, Woody Harrelson received a nomination for the Best Actor Oscar for his role as Larry Flynt in the biographical drama The People vs. Larry Flynt.

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October 2009: Honorary Degree from York University

In October 2009, Woody Harrelson received an honorary degree from York University for his contributions in the fields of environmental education, sustainability, and activism.

2009: Nomination for Best Supporting Actor Oscar

In 2009, Woody Harrelson was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal of a Gulf War veteran in the film The Messenger.

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April 2010: Dismissal of Lawsuit by TMZ Photographer

In April 2010, a lawsuit filed by TMZ photographer Josh Levine against Woody Harrelson, alleging an attack in 2006, was dismissed.

2012: Emmy Nominations for Frasier and Game Change

In 2012, Woody Harrelson received two Emmy nominations for his roles in the comedy series Frasier and the television film Game Change.

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2017: Nomination for Best Supporting Actor Oscar

In 2017, Woody Harrelson received a nomination for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal of a police chief in the film Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.

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