Terry Wogan

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Rankings

Covers

Records

Sir Terry Wogan's career was marked by extraordinary achievements that set him apart in the world of broadcasting. He was the first broadcaster to win the BAFTA Special Award, a recognition reserved for those who have made an exceptional contribution to the industry. His induction into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2013 solidified his status as a legend of the medium. He was also the recipient of the Presidential Medal of Merit, a rare honor bestowed upon non-Irish citizens for their contributions to Ireland.

AwardsWogan received numerous accolades throughout his career, including a knighthood in 2005 for services to broadcasting. He won the BAFTA Special Award in 1999 for his contribution to broadcasting and received the RTS Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. He was also awarded the Presidential Medal of Merit from the President of Ireland in 2008. In 2013, he was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame (UK).

Honours & Distinctions

Knighthood

British Monarchy·2005

Knight Bachelor for services to broadcasting

Presidential Medal of Merit

President of Ireland·2008

Awarded for services to broadcasting and Irish-British relations

Honorary Degree

University of Limerick·2006

Doctor of Letters

Honorary Degree

University of Buckingham·2010

Doctor of Laws

Rankings & Lists

#21

TV's 50 Greatest Stars

ITV·2006

Magazine Covers

TV Times

1982-09-11

Wogan Launch Issue

Radio Times

1993-04-02

Wake Up to Wogan Premiere

Records & Feats

Most Listened-To Radio Broadcaster in Europe

Chart Record·1993

Wake Up to Wogan regularly attracted eight million listeners, making it the most popular radio program in Europe during its run.

Longest Serving Eurovision Commentator

Career Milestone·2008

Served as the BBC's commentator for the Eurovision Song Contest for 37 years, from 1971 to 2008.