Regina King
Awards & Honours
42
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Regina King stands as one of the most decorated artists of her generation, holding a rare combination of acting and directing honors. She is the first Black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress since Whoopi Goldberg in 1982. Her four Primetime Emmys underscore her dominance in television, while her Golden Globe and DGA Award recognize her growing prowess behind the camera. Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2019, a testament to her cultural impact.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to the entertainment industry.
Time 100 Most Influential People
Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world for her artistic and social contributions.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Honored for her outstanding contributions to cinema and representation of Black stories.
Rankings & Lists
100 Most Influential People
Top 100 Power Players in Hollywood
Magazine Covers
Time
April 2019
100 Most Influential People Issue
Vogue
February 2019
Oscar Winner Cover
People
December 2018
Actress of the Year
Records & Feats
First Black Woman to Win Oscar for Supporting Actress Since 1982
Regina King became the first Black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress since Whoopi Goldberg in 1982.
Three Consecutive Emmy Wins for Lead Actress
She won three consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for American Crime.