Julie Walters

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Julie Walters' career is marked by extraordinary recognition, including a BAFTA Fellowship in 2014 and a Damehood in 2017. She holds the record for the most BAFTA TV Best Actress nominations, tied with Judi Dench, and is the only actress to win the International Emmy for Best Actress twice. Her two Oscar nominations for Educating Rita and Billy Elliot highlight her impact on cinema, while her Olivier win for All My Sons demonstrates her stage prowess. These honours reflect a career that has touched audiences across genres and generations.

AwardsJulie Walters has won two BAFTA Film Awards, four BAFTA TV Awards, two International Emmys, a Golden Globe, and an Olivier Award. She has also received two Academy Award nominations. Her wins span film, television, and stage, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

Honours & Distinctions

Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE)

Queen Elizabeth II·2017

For services to drama.

BAFTA Fellowship

BAFTA·2014

The highest honour bestowed by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.

Rankings & Lists

TV's 50 Greatest Stars

ITV·2006

Records & Feats

Most BAFTA TV Best Actress nominations (tied with Judi Dench)

Career Milestone·2010

Julie Walters has received a record number of nominations in this category, tying with Judi Dench.

Only actress to win the International Emmy for Best Actress twice

Awards·2010

She won for A Short Stay in Switzerland (2009) and Mo (2010).