Matt Groening
Awards & Honours
112
Awards Won
3
Honours
3
Covers
3
Records
Matt Groening stands as a titan in the world of animation, holding the record for the most Primetime Emmy Awards won by an individual for a single program. His 14 wins, including 12 for The Simpsons and two for Futurama, underscore his unparalleled impact on the medium. Beyond awards, his work has achieved something rarer: a lasting cultural footprint that spans generations. The addition of "D'oh!" to the Oxford English Dictionary marks a unique intersection of pop culture and language that few creators ever achieve.His ability to sustain multiple successful franchises over decades sets him apart. From the longevity of The Simpsons to the cult revival of Futurama and the critical acclaim of Disenchantment, Groening has consistently delivered content that resonates with audiences. The Reuben Award and his Hollywood Walk of Fame star serve as formal recognition of a career built on creativity and resilience.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Received a star on February 14, 2012, for contributions to television.
Reuben Award
Lifetime achievement award for work on Life in Hell.
Peabody Award
Awarded to The Simpsons for its satirical look at the American family.
Magazine Covers
Time
March 1999
The Simpsons Man
Rolling Stone
November 2004
The Genius Behind the Gags
Vanity Fair
January 2013
The Longest Running Sitcom
Records & Feats
Longest-Running American Primetime Scripted Series
The Simpsons holds the record for the longest-running American primetime scripted series, surpassing Gunsmoke in 2013.
Most Primetime Emmys for a Single Program
Matt Groening holds the record for the most Primetime Emmy Awards won by an individual for a single program, with 12 wins for The Simpsons.
Fictional Word in OED
"D'oh!" coined by Groening was added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2001, a rare feat for a fictional catchphrase.