Key Points
- Steven Spielberg won his first Grammy Award on February 1, 2026.
- The honor came for the Disney+ documentary Music by John Williams.
- With this win, Spielberg joins the elite group of 21 competitive EGOT winners.
- His career already includes three Oscars, 13 Emmys, and a Tony Award.
- The documentary highlights Spielberg’s decades-long collaboration with composer John Williams.
Spielberg Joins Entertainment’s Most Exclusive Club
Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg has officially secured EGOT status, becoming one of only 21 artists in history to win all four major American entertainment awards—an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. The milestone was achieved on February 1, 2026, when Spielberg earned his first Grammy for the Disney+ documentary Music by John Williams.
The Grammy-Winning Project
Directed by Laurent Bouzereau, the documentary explores the career of composer John Williams and his enduring partnership with Spielberg, which began with The Sugarland Express and went on to shape some of cinema’s most iconic films.
The project triumphed over nominees including Devo, Live at the Royal Albert Hall, Relentless, and Piece by Piece. Alongside Spielberg, the Grammy win also credited producers *Laurent Bouzereau, Sara Bernstein, Justin Falvey, Darryl Frank, Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Meredith Kaulfers, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, and Justin Wilkes.
A Career of Historic Achievements
Spielberg’s Grammy completes a remarkable awards trajectory. His Oscar legacy includes three Academy Awards, with wins for Schindler’s List and Saving Private Ryan, and a record 14 Best Picture nominations.
On television, Spielberg has earned 13 Emmy Awards since 1991, with acclaimed projects such as Band of Brothers. His Tony Award came in 2022 for producing the Broadway musical A Strange Loop.
Context: EGOT Status in Entertainment
The EGOT designation remains one of the rarest honors in the industry. Spielberg now joins a distinguished list that includes Audrey Hepburn, Mel Brooks, Whoopi Goldberg, John Legend, Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis, and Sir Elton John. His achievement underscores a career that has transcended film to leave an indelible mark across multiple mediums.
What Happens Next?
With EGOT status secured, Spielberg continues to work on new projects in both film and television. His Grammy win not only honors John Williams’ legacy but also cements Spielberg’s place among the most versatile and celebrated figures in entertainment history.
