Back to Glenn Frey
    Glenn Frey

    Glenn Frey

    Awards & Honours

    10

    Awards Won

    4

    Honours

    4

    Rankings

    2

    Covers

    3

    Records

    Glenn Frey stands as one of the most influential figures in American rock history. His ability to craft songs that resonated with millions earned him six Grammy Awards and a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. As a member of the Eagles, he helped create the best-selling album in US history, Hotel California, and as a solo artist, he achieved top 10 hits that defined the 1980s. His induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame cements his legacy as a master storyteller whose work continues to inspire generations of musicians.

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame·1998

    Inducted as a member of the Eagles.

    Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction

    Songwriters Hall of Fame·2012

    Inducted posthumously alongside Don Henley.

    Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

    Hollywood Chamber of Commerce·1999

    Received a star for contributions to the recording industry.

    National Medal of Arts

    Presidential Commission on the Arts and Humanities·2011

    Awarded by President Barack Obama for cultural contributions.

    Rankings & Lists

    #63

    100 Greatest Artists of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2004
    #10

    100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2015
    #100

    Top 100 Artists of All Time

    Billboard·2008
    #10

    100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock

    VH1·2000

    Magazine Covers

    Rolling Stone

    1976

    Eagles: The Band That Conquered America

    Time

    1977

    The New Rock Stars

    Records & Feats

    Best-Selling Album in US History

    Box Office·1977

    Eagles' 'Hotel California' remains the best-selling album in United States history.

    Most Weeks at #1 on Billboard 200

    Chart Record·1976

    Eagles' 'Greatest Hits 1971–1975' spent 23 weeks at number one.

    First Album to Produce Two Number One Singles

    Chart Record·1977

    Eagles' 'Hotel California' spawned two consecutive number one singles on the Billboard Hot 100.