Chris Renaud
Awards & Honours
12
Awards Won
3
Honours
4
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Renaud's films have grossed over $5 billion worldwide, making him one of the most commercially successful animation directors. The Despicable Me franchise holds multiple Guinness World Records, including highest-grossing animated film franchise. He received an Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts from his alma mater, UMBC, in 2018. In 2023, he was given the Animation Mentor Lifetime Achievement Award. He has been ranked among the top animation directors by The Hollywood Reporter and included on Variety's list of most influential animation directors.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts
Awarded for his contributions to animation.
Animation Mentor Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognized for his impact on the animation industry.
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star (Despicable Me franchise)
The franchise was honored with a star; Renaud was recognized as a key creative force.
Rankings & Lists
Top 25 Animation Directors of All Time
Most Influential Animation Directors
Highest-Grossing Directors
Top 100 Most Influential People in Animation
Magazine Covers
Animation Magazine
July 2013
The Lorax: Dr. Seuss Comes to Life
Animation Magazine
June 2016
The Secret Life of Pets: Inside Illumination's Next Hit
Animation Magazine
June 2022
Minions: The Rise of Gru – The Return of the World's Favorite Yellow Creatures
Records & Feats
Highest-grossing animated film franchise (Despicable Me)
The Despicable Me franchise holds the Guinness World Record for highest-grossing animated film franchise, with over $4.6 billion as of 2023.
Most tickets sold for an animated film franchise
The franchise also holds the record for most tickets sold for an animated film franchise.