Jennifer Grey

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Jennifer Grey's career is defined by a few standout achievements that have left a lasting mark on pop culture. Her role as Baby in Dirty Dancing is one of the most iconic in film history, and the movie itself has become a beloved classic. That performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination, a rare honor for a romantic drama. Her victory on Dancing with the Stars in 2010 was a testament to her resilience and talent, as she overcame a serious neck injury to win the competition. Grey's ability to reinvent herself and remain relevant for over three decades is a remarkable feat in an industry known for fleeting fame.

AwardsJennifer Grey has won two major awards in her career. She won the mirrorball trophy on Dancing with the Stars in 2010, a victory that was both a personal and professional triumph. She also received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in Dirty Dancing, though she did not win. Her performance in that film remains her most celebrated work.

Records & Feats

First actress to have a film gross over $200 million with a female-led romance

Box Office·1987

Dirty Dancing grossed over $214 million worldwide, a record for a romantic drama at the time.

Oldest winner of Dancing with the Stars (at the time)

Reality TV·2010

At age 50, Grey was the oldest contestant to win the show, a record that stood for several years.