List of awards and nominations received by Sting
| Award | Wins | Nominations |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | 37 | |
| 16 | 38 | |
| 0 | 1 | |
| Inducted | ||
| Totals | ||
| Awards won | 36 | |
| Nominations | 76 | |
Contents
General Awards
Sting and his wife Trudie received the Courage of Conscience Award for their commitment to the environment through the establishment of the Rainforest Foundation; to human rights in China through the documentary film on Tiananmen Square; and to peace and social justice through the powerful gift of song. In 2000, Sting had a star unveiled on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.[1]
In the Queen's Birthday Honours 2003 Sting was appointed a Commander of The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire For services to the Music Industry.[2][3]
In 2007, the French Government appointed Sting (along with Police bandmates Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland) a Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.[4]
Sting was honored by the Upright Citizens Brigade team, Fambly, in the form of a 30-minute sketch comedy show devoted to the 1999 song "Brand New Day". He was formally invited to the encore performance of the show, held at the theatre on November 7, 2011, via the Twitter hashtag #StingUCB.[5]
Academy Awards
| Year | Nominated work | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | My Funny Friend and Me from The Emperor's New Groove | Best Original Song | Nominated |
| 2001 | Until from Kate and Leopold | Nominated | |
| 2003 | You Will Be My Ain True Live from Cold Mountain | Nominated |
Grammy Awards
The Grammy Awards are awarded annually by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. Sting has received a number of Grammy nominations during his solo career. Including the Grammy Awards won by The Police, Sting has received 16 awards. This list is of nominations for Sting's solo and Police work. Song of the year for 'Every Breath You Take' is awarded solely to Sting as he is credited as the lyricist and Composer on the track.
Kennedy Center Honors
| Year | Nominated work | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Himself | Lifetime Contribution | Won |
MTV Video Music Awards
The MTV Video Music Awards were established in 1984 by MTV to celebrate the best in music video each year. Sting has won one award from seven nominations.
| Year | Recipient/Nominated work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | "If You Love Somebody Set Them Free" | Best Male Video | Nominated |
| Best Overall Performance in a Video | Nominated | ||
| 1988 | "We'll Be Together" | Best Choreography in a Video | Nominated |
| Best Cinematography in a Video | Won | ||
| 1993 | "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You" | Best Male Video | Nominated |
| Best Art Direction in a Video | Nominated | ||
| Best Cinematography in a Video | Nominated |
Primetime Emmy Awards
| Year | Nominated work | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | A&E In Concert: Sting in Tuscany...All This Time | Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program | Won |
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