Larry David
Awards & Honours
18
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Rankings
4
Covers
2
Records
Larry David's achievements in television comedy are extraordinary. He co-created Seinfeld, a show widely regarded as one of the greatest sitcoms of all time, and then created Curb Your Enthusiasm, which redefined the comedy genre with its improvisational style and cringe humor. His two Primetime Emmy Awards, three PGA Awards, and four WGA Awards reflect his mastery of the craft. In 2015, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cementing his status as a comedy legend. David's influence extends beyond his own work; his writing and characterizations have inspired countless comedians and writers.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to television.
TIME 100 Most Influential People
Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
WGA Laurel Award for TV Writing Achievement
Lifetime achievement award for television writing.
TCA Career Achievement Award
Career achievement award from the Television Critics Association.
Rankings & Lists
TIME 100 Most Influential People
50 Greatest TV Comedians of All Time
50 Greatest TV Characters
Magazine Covers
TIME
2006
100 Most Influential People
Rolling Stone
1998
Larry David: The Man Behind the Curtain
Vanity Fair
2007
Larry David's Last Laugh
New York
2015
Larry David: The Grump Who Made Us Laugh
Records & Feats
Co-creator of the most-watched sitcom finale in history
The Seinfeld finale on May 14, 1998, drew 76 million viewers, making it the most-watched sitcom finale ever.
First showrunner to win Emmy for both writing and producing the same series
David won Primetime Emmy Awards for both Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series for Seinfeld in 1993.