Roger Ebert
Awards & Honours
10
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Rankings
2
Covers
3
Records
Roger Ebert stands as a singular figure in the history of film criticism, being the first and only film critic to win the Pulitzer Prize for Criticism. His achievements extend far beyond reviews; he was honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2000, becoming the first critic to receive this distinction. He was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters in 2008 and named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People of the 20th Century.His impact on cinema is measured not just in awards but in the countless filmmakers he championed and the millions of viewers he educated. From his early days at the University of Illinois to his final days dictating reviews from a hospital bed, Ebert maintained an unwavering commitment to the art of film. His legacy includes a vast body of work that continues to guide audiences and inspire critics today.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
First film critic to receive this distinction.
Induction into American Academy of Arts and Letters
Recognition of his contributions to literature and criticism.
Honorary Doctorates
Multiple honorary degrees recognizing his literary and cultural impact.
George Polk Career Achievement Award
For his distinguished career in journalism.
Rankings & Lists
The 50 Greatest Film Critics
50 Greatest Movie Stars of All Time
100 Most Important People of the 20th Century
Magazine Covers
Time Magazine
December 31, 1999
The Man Who Changed How We Watch Movies
Rolling Stone
October 1999
Roger Ebert: The Voice of Cinema
Records & Feats
First Film Critic to Win Pulitzer Prize
Became the first and only film critic to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Criticism in 1975.
First Film Critic on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2000, the first critic to do so.
Most Reviewed Films by One Critic
Reviewed over 10,000 films during his career, more than any other critic in history.