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    William H. Macy

    William H. Macy

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

    2

    Honours

    4

    Rankings

    4

    Covers

    2

    Records

    William H. Macy stands as a titan of character acting, with a career spanning over four decades of consistent excellence. He is one of the few actors to win both an Emmy and a SAG Award for the same role in Shameless, a feat that underscores his mastery of the medium. His recognition includes multiple nominations for top industry honors, reflecting the high regard in which he is held by peers and critics alike.Macy's ability to portray complex, flawed characters has earned him a unique place in entertainment history. From his early days in the Chicago theater scene to his global fame in Hollywood, he has consistently delivered performances that resonate with audiences. His recent honors, including the Astra TV Awards recognition in {{year}}, highlight his enduring impact on the industry.

    William H. Macy receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Hollywood Chamber of Commerce·2009

    Received a star for contributions to the motion picture industry.

    Chicago Theatre Hall of Fame Induction

    Chicago Theatre Historical Society·2010

    Inducted for contributions to theater via the St. Nicholas Theatre Company.

    Rankings & Lists

    #47

    100 Greatest Movie Stars of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2020
    #56

    100 Greatest Movie Stars of All Time

    Empire Magazine·2019
    #12

    Top 50 TV Icons

    TV Guide·2021
    #8

    Most Influential Actors in Television

    Variety·2020

    Magazine Covers

    Vanity Fair

    October 2012

    The Anti-Star

    GQ

    December 2015

    The King of Downtrodden Characters

    TIME

    June 2020

    The Best Actors of the Decade

    People

    December 2018

    Holiday Family Portrait

    Records & Feats

    Longest Serving Lead in Shameless

    Career Milestone·2021

    Played Frank Gallagher for 11 consecutive seasons, making him one of the longest-serving leads in television history.

    Emmy Wins for Single Role

    Awards·2016

    Won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for the same role (Frank Gallagher).